Birds fly through and inside clouds during migration and high-altitude flight.
the verdict
REFUTED
the evidence says no
confidence 10/100
Evidence indicates that migrating birds generally avoid flying through clouds and fog to maintain visibility and navigation.
Evidence against · 2
Migrating birds avoid flying through fog and low clouds.
2019 · cited by 0
This study demonstrates that migrating birds actively avoid flying into fog and low clouds.
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More against · 1
Far eastern curlew and whimbrel prefer flying low - wind support and good visibility appear only secondary factors in determining migratory flight altitude.
2021 · cited by 0
This study finds that migratory shorebirds avoid clouds during flight, preferring lower altitudes to facilitate navigation and avoid adverse weather.