An international team of researchers studying the migration of the spotted eagle through 19 specimens marked with GPS since 2017 has observed how this vulnerable bird of prey has changed its migratory and reproductive habits as a result of the war in Ukraine. The findings, published in the journal Current Biology, reveal that since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, the spotted eagle has diverted from its traditional migratory route of previous years and arrived later at its nesting area. During their journey from their wintering areas in southern Europe (especially Greece for females) and eastern Africa (for … Continue reading Spotted Eagles Forced to Fly 85km Further Due to Ukraine Conflict: Study Unveils Impact