Summary:
- Researchers have discovered that the common quail, a small migratory bird, can fly over 1,400 miles during its annual migration. This is a surprising and remarkable feat for such a small bird.
- The researchers used GPS tracking devices to follow the migration patterns of quails, and found that they can travel incredible distances, crossing the Mediterranean Sea and the Sahara Desert in their journey.
- This discovery sheds light on the incredible endurance and navigational abilities of these small birds, and highlights the importance of understanding and protecting migratory species and their habitats.