Magnetic compass, Sun compass, Stellar compass, Hierarchy of compass systems
MagButterflies: Compass systems and multi-cue integration in European migratory butterflies (2023 – present)
This project explores the orientation mechanisms (direction-finding) of European migratory butterflies, focusing on how they use solar, magnetic, and visual cues to maintain seasonally appropriate migratory directions under natural and controlled conditions. Additionally, we will investigate how European migratory moths and butterflies integrate multiple environmental cues—such as magnetic, celestial, and visual information—to orient and navigate during long-distance migration
MagMoths: Compass systems and multi-cue integration in European migratory moths (2025 – present)
Investigating how European migratory moths use geomagnetic, celestial, and visual cues to orient during long-distance migration, and how these compass systems interact under natural and controlled conditions and exploring how European migratory moths integrate multiple environmental cues—such as magnetic, celestial, and visual information—to orient and navigate during long-distance migration
LepiNavigation: Navigation abilities of European migratory moths and butterflies (2025 – present)
Investigating the navigation abilities (position-finding) of European migratory moths and butterflies, with a focus on how these insects use geomagnetic and visual cues during long-distance migration
LepiHumImpact: Control of seasonal direction and the impact of human-induced environmental changes on migration of butterflies and moths (2025 – present)
This project investigates how migratory butterflies and moths control their seasonal flight directions and how environmental changes caused by human activity — such as light pollution, electromagnetic noise, and climate shifts — influence their migratory orientation and behaviour.
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