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Bats have 'internal compass', say boffins

Animal magnetism helps bats to navigate over long distances, scientists have learned.

Bats have 'internal compass', say boffins

Wed, 27 Feb, 2008 - 09:01

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Animal magnetism helps bats to navigate over long distances, scientists have learned.

The animals have a magnetic mineral in their bodies which acts as an internal compass, a study has shown.

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