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Red Knots Return Strong at Mispillion | Dover News
Delaware’s Mispillion Harbor delivered a stunning spring surprise as thousands of red knot birds returned in record numbers, defying colder-than-usual weather and horseshoe crab delays—thanks to the harbor’s early warming, which created a perfect refueling stop. Scientists were thrilled to find the birds in peak condition, hitting weight goals needed for their northward flight. This year’s success proves timing, habitat quality, and bird behavior all matter more than crab counts alone. Researchers tagged over 300 birds and spotted nearly 4,000 previously marked ones, deepening their…
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