Study suggests seabirds get jet lag on flights back to their nests

A seabird species appears to become disoriented by time-zone shifts while returning to its nest, according to a study reported by NPR.

AI-written summary · The Chestnut Post · October 29, 2026 at 2:15 PM EDT · How we use AI

A study reported by NPR suggests that a species of seabird can experience jet lag, appearing to lose its bearings on flights back to its nest.

The apparent disorientation is linked to shifting time zones during the birds’ return journeys.

Originally reported by NPR. Read the full story at NPR

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