The most recent Audubon magazine had an interesting article on birds' ability to smell. Many scientists have investigated and confirmed that birds can smell to help them to better survive in the wilderness. Many species of birds have microscopic structure in the forebrain to receive odor signals from the nasal cavity.
Did you see an Oregon Junco lately? They live around here and come to my backyard in a dozen or two during the cold months.
"Aha, you finally found out I can smell!"
"I search for my mate not just for pretty whiter tails, but for
more female-like smell for chicks' better survival rate."
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