The School of Migration: Flying with Migratory Birds

🐦Migratory birds have been flying across Europe for thousands of years, but their numbers have been declining due to disappearing habitats.

🌍Christian, an experienced bird watcher and pilot, creates the School of Migration to study and protect migratory birds.

🦆Christian forms a bond with a group of young geese, teaching them to fly and guiding them on their migratory journey.

🌳The geese face challenges like disappearing meadowlands and expanding towns, highlighting the impact of human activities on bird habitats.

👨‍👧‍👦Christian's geese learn to navigate using natural landmarks, stars, the sun, and their keen eyesight.

Why are migratory birds disappearing?

—Migratory birds are disappearing due to factors such as disappearing habitats, expanding towns, and changes in their migration routes.

How does Christian help the geese on their journey?

—Christian forms a bond with the geese and teaches them to fly. He also guides them on their migratory journey and helps them overcome challenges.

What challenges do the geese face during their migration?

—The geese face challenges such as disappearing meadowlands, expanding towns, and the need to navigate using natural landmarks and their keen senses.

What can we do to protect migratory birds?

—We can protect migratory birds by conserving their habitats, creating protected areas, reducing pollution, and promoting sustainable practices.

How long do migratory birds fly during their journey?

—The duration of a migratory bird's journey depends on the species and the distance they need to cover. Some birds may fly for thousands of kilometers.

00:01Introduction to the migratory journey of birds and the challenges they face.

02:24Christian's mission to study and protect migratory birds by creating the School of Migration.

06:28Christian forms a bond with a group of young geese and teaches them to fly.

09:48The geese face challenges such as disappearing meadowlands and expanding towns.

12:23The geese learn to navigate using natural landmarks, stars, the sun, and their keen eyesight.

18:27The geese experience the thrill of flying and encounter different landscapes.

20:57Tensions arise within the group, highlighting the need for hierarchy and cooperation.

23:30The geese face challenges of high winds and turbulence, but learn to adapt and surf the air currents.