The magnetic retina: light-dependent and trigeminal magnetoreception in migratory birds.

Recent advances have brought much new insight into the physiological mechanisms and required characteristics of the sensory molecules that enable birds to use magnetic fields for orientation. European robins almost certainly have two magnetodetection senses, one associated with the ophthalmic branch...

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Main Authors: Mouritsen, H, Hore, P
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2012