In vertebrate vision, early retinal circuits divide incoming visual information into functionally
opposite elementary signals: On and Off, transient and sustained, chromatic and achromatic …

Simple Summary Birds often exhibit differences in locomotion, foraging, and predator
detection, many of which are often reflected in their eye sizes. Therefore, understanding the …

Penguins require vision that is adequate for both subaerial and submarine environments
under a wide range of illumination. Here we provide a structured overview of what is known …

Diurnal haplorhines exhibit derived traits for high-acuity photopic vision, unique across
mammals, and many other vertebrates. Yet, sometime in the mid-Miocene (12–15 MYA), the …

To reduce bird collisions on wind turbines, Automatic Detection Systems have been
developed to locate approaching birds and trigger turbines to slowdown to 2–3 rotations per …

Birds of prey rely on vision to execute flight manoeuvres that are key to their survival, such
as intercepting fast-moving targets or navigating through clutter. A better understanding of …

Simple Summary The eye in birds has evolved through time to facilitate foraging and detect
potential threats, such as predators. The size of the eye affects how much light is captured …

The binocular field of vision differs widely in birds depending on ecological traits such as
foraging. Owls (Strigiformes) have been considered to have a unique binocular field, but …

Wild birds are an extraordinarily diverse group of species that occupy a variety of ecological
niches. Concerns about the ability of birds to transmit pathogenic organisms have arisen …

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