Images for pigeon flocks story

 6 April 2010

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Images for the news release ' Pigeon ‘backpacks’ reveal flock leadership'

Miniature GPS loggers weighing just 16g were fitted into custom-made backpacks carried by flocks of up to 10 homing pigeons. Credit: Zsuzsa Ákos

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Each bird's position in a flock has been shown to match its 'rank', with those nearer the front more likely to be responsible for decisions. However, even lower-ranked bids contribute to decision-making.  Credit: Zsuzsa Ákos

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Each bird's position in a flock has been shown to match its 'rank', with those nearer the front more likely to be responsible for decisions. However, even lower-ranked bids contribute to decision-making.  Credit: Zsuzsa Ákos

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