This study (the only one so far and done only with pigeons) seems to state that although birds flying in formation benefit in terms of energy spent versus flying solo, when it comes to a single bird flying versus two birds, it's the single bird that saves energy.
https://www.nydailynews.com/news/nation ... story.html
Harder when flying with mate?
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Harder when flying with mate?
by Pajarita » Fri Jun 21, 2019 11:15 am
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