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Migratory birds

Sangaste, 30.10.2025. A group of common swans gathers on an open field in Estonia, preparing for their long migration south. As the days grow shorter and colder, these elegant birds rest and feed before taking flight toward warmer regions in Europe. Their presence marks the changing of the seasons and the start of their remarkable journey. Photo Arvo Meeks, LÃµuna-Eesti Postimees

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Migratory birds

Sangaste, 30.10.2025. A group of common swans gathers on an open field in Estonia, preparing for their long migration south. As the days grow shorter and colder, these elegant birds rest and feed before taking flight toward warmer regions in Europe. Their presence marks the changing of the seasons and the start of their remarkable journey. Photo Arvo Meeks, LÃµuna-Eesti Postimees

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Migratory birds

Sangaste, 30.10.2025. A group of common swans gathers on an open field in Estonia, preparing for their long migration south. As the days grow shorter and colder, these elegant birds rest and feed before taking flight toward warmer regions in Europe. Their presence marks the changing of the seasons and the start of their remarkable journey. Photo Arvo Meeks, LÃµuna-Eesti Postimees

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China: Flock of Migratory Geese Flies in Formation Over Jinchang, Gansu

On October 11, 2025, in Jinchang, Gansu, a video captured the spectacular sight of a vast flock of migratory geese flying southward in perfect formation. Against the clear autumn sky, the birds formed long V-shaped lines that shifted and swayed with the wind, creating a mesmerizing natural display.

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Spain: Fighter Jet Performs Emergency Maneuver at Gijón Airshow to Avoid Birds

A Spanish Air Force EF-18 Hornet nearly crashed during an airshow at San Lorenzo Bay in Gijón, on Sunday, July 27. The jet, flying low toward a crowded beach, suddenly performed a hard right roll and dipped dangerously low, alarming spectators. However, it quickly regained control. The Spanish Air Force later explained that the maneuver was an emergency response to a flock of birds in the jet’s path.

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Khortytsia Island in autumn

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - OCTOBER 30, 2024 - Two birds fly over the sparkling surface of the river by Khortytsia Island in autumn, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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ISRAEL-RAMAT GAN-INJURED FALCON-FEATHER TRANSPLANTATION SURGERY

(230828) -- RAMAT GAN, Aug. 28, 2023 (Xinhua) -- An injured falcon undergoes a feather transplantation surgery at the Ramat Gan Safari Park in central Israeli city of Ramat Gan, Aug. 27, 2023. Personnel of the wildlife hospital of Ramat Gan Safari Park recently conducted a feather transplantation surgery on an injured, flight-incapable falcon. These feathers sourced from dead birds were scientifically preserved in a repository for this purpose. (Gideon Markowicz/JINI via Xinhua)

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ISRAEL-RAMAT GAN-INJURED FALCON-FEATHER TRANSPLANTATION SURGERY

(230828) -- RAMAT GAN, Aug. 28, 2023 (Xinhua) -- An injured falcon undergoes a feather transplantation surgery at the Ramat Gan Safari Park in central Israeli city of Ramat Gan, Aug. 27, 2023. Personnel of the wildlife hospital of Ramat Gan Safari Park recently conducted a feather transplantation surgery on an injured, flight-incapable falcon. These feathers sourced from dead birds were scientifically preserved in a repository for this purpose. (Gideon Markowicz/JINI via Xinhua)

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ISRAEL-RAMAT GAN-INJURED FALCON-FEATHER TRANSPLANTATION SURGERY

(230828) -- RAMAT GAN, Aug. 28, 2023 (Xinhua) -- An injured falcon undergoes a feather transplantation surgery at the Ramat Gan Safari Park in central Israeli city of Ramat Gan, Aug. 27, 2023. Personnel of the wildlife hospital of Ramat Gan Safari Park recently conducted a feather transplantation surgery on an injured, flight-incapable falcon. These feathers sourced from dead birds were scientifically preserved in a repository for this purpose. (Gideon Markowicz/JINI via Xinhua)

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ISRAEL-RAMAT GAN-INJURED FALCON-FEATHER TRANSPLANTATION SURGERY

(230828) -- RAMAT GAN, Aug. 28, 2023 (Xinhua) -- An injured falcon undergoes a feather transplantation surgery at the Ramat Gan Safari Park in central Israeli city of Ramat Gan, Aug. 27, 2023. Personnel of the wildlife hospital of Ramat Gan Safari Park recently conducted a feather transplantation surgery on an injured, flight-incapable falcon. These feathers sourced from dead birds were scientifically preserved in a repository for this purpose. (Gideon Markowicz/JINI via Xinhua)

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ISRAEL-RAMAT GAN-INJURED FALCON-FEATHER TRANSPLANTATION SURGERY

(230828) -- RAMAT GAN, Aug. 28, 2023 (Xinhua) -- An injured falcon undergoes a feather transplantation surgery at the Ramat Gan Safari Park in central Israeli city of Ramat Gan, Aug. 27, 2023. Personnel of the wildlife hospital of Ramat Gan Safari Park recently conducted a feather transplantation surgery on an injured, flight-incapable falcon. These feathers sourced from dead birds were scientifically preserved in a repository for this purpose. (Gideon Markowicz/JINI via Xinhua)

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Origami tree unveiled at American Museum of Natural History in N.Y.

NEW YORK, United States -Children pose for photos before a 4.2-meter-high holiday tree decorated with over 1,000 origami birds, insects and bats marking the theme of ''flight'' which was unveiled at the American Museum of Natural History in New York on Nov. 22. The tree will be on display at the Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Hall until Jan. 1.

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Chinese scientists develop trajectory planning system for collision-free flight of drone swarms

STORY: Chinese scientists develop trajectory planning system for collision-free flight of drone swarms DATELINE: May 6, 2022 LENGTH: 00:00:46 LOCATION: HANGZHOU, China CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the smart drones flying STORYLINE: Chinese scientists have developed a new flight path planning system that can help miniature, fully autonomous drone swarms fly smartly through crowded forests, without collisions. The planning system enabled 10 aerial robots to collectively maneuver unhindered through a cluttered bamboo forest and find the most efficient flight path, according to the study published Thursday in the journal Science Robotics. Inspired by how flocks of birds can flexibly coordinate their collective flight paths, the researchers from Zhejiang University designed a trajectory planning method that processes data from onboard sensors and incorporates collision avoidance, flight efficiency, and swarm coordination to optimize swarm flying within a few milliseconds. The fleet o

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Chengdu Universiade medal design unveiled with 100 days to go

STORY: Chengdu Universiade medal design unveiled with 100 days to go DATELINE: March 20, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:24 LOCATION: CHENGDU, China CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Chengdu 2021 FISU World University Games medal design releasing event STORYLINE: The Chengdu FISU World University Games unveiled the design of medals and materials used at award ceremonies at an event held at World University Games Park on Friday, marking 100 days to go before the Games begins. Named as "Rongguang," literally meaning "Light of Chengdu," the design of medals focuses on the expression of the characteristics of the Chengdu Universiade and Tianfu culture while highlighting the sporting spirit, the ancient Shu civilization and the vision of the host city. The medals feature the "Sun and Immortal Birds" with geometric feathers, echoing the emblem of the Chengdu Universiade. The immortal bird ready for flight signifies flying to the future and dreams, which is corresponded to the slogan "Chengdu Makes Dreams Come True."

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A soft propeller developed based on dragonfly wings (right) and a propeller for ordinary drones.

Chiba University is embarking on the development of a next-generation drone (flying robot) modeled on living organisms. It will be modeled after birds and insects, and will fly in response to the changing natural environment. He envisions a soft structure like the wings and body of an organism. They are researching what kind of materials to use and how to process them. In addition to sensing technologies such as force and vision sensors, they are also researching technologies for computer processing of various data in real time and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to make the drone intelligent. We will involve students in joint research projects with companies and other organizations to develop human resources who can not only conduct research but also be immediately effective in the field. He said, "We need to create win-win relationships (with our partners) so that we can move on. Everything is a result," he said. Photo taken on November 13, 2019, credit: Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun / Kyodo News Images

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Origami tree unveiled at American Museum of Natural History in N

NEW YORK, United States -Children pose for photos before a 4.2-meter-high holiday tree decorated with over 1,000 origami birds, insects and bats marking the theme of ''flight'' which was unveiled at the American Museum of Natural History in New York on Nov. 22. The tree will be on display at the Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Hall until Jan. 1. (Kyodo)