Cavity-nesting birds decorate with snake skin to deter predators
January 15, 2025
January 15, 2025
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 15 -- Cornell University issued the following news:
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Cavity-nesting birds decorate with snake skin to deter predators
When a bird drapes its nest with snake skin, it isn't just making an interesting home decor choice. For some birds, it keeps predators at bay.
Researchers combined new and historical data to show birds that nest in cavities - covered nests with small openings - are more likely to use shed snake . . .
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Cavity-nesting birds decorate with snake skin to deter predators
When a bird drapes its nest with snake skin, it isn't just making an interesting home decor choice. For some birds, it keeps predators at bay.
Researchers combined new and historical data to show birds that nest in cavities - covered nests with small openings - are more likely to use shed snake . . .