Every spring and fall, billions of birds pull off the most ambitious commutes on Earth. In this episode, host Dr. Scott Taylor is joined by Dr. Nate Senner, Mass Audubon Bertrand Chair for Ornithology in the Department of Environmental Conservation at the UMass Amherst, to break down why birds migrate, how they navigate, and what happens when the world (or the bird) gets thrown off course.In this episode, you’ll hear about:Why birds migrateHow birds navigate long-distance routes, and what’s instinct vs. learnedHow scientists track migration across continents and the wildest journey Nate has followedWhat happens when birds drift off course, and how climate change is reshaping routes and timingIf you enjoy this one, follow Okay, But… Birds and share it with a friend who thinks migration is as simple as just “flying south.”

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