Birds are known for their keen vision and excellent hearing. But what about their sense of smell?
It was thought for the longest time that birds couldn’t smell. It was only in 1960 that this myth was busted. In this video developed in collaboration with Early Bird, we delve into this lesser-known aspect of a bird’s life.
A Roundglass Sustain Film
Updated June 17, 2026
A Roundglass Sustain Film
Updated June 17, 2026
6 min watch
Birds are known for their keen vision and excellent hearing. But what about their sense of smell?
It was thought for the longest time that birds couldn’t smell. It was only in 1960 that this myth was busted. In this video developed in collaboration with Early Bird, we delve into this lesser-known aspect of a bird’s life.
Watch the explainer in English. Thumbnail: Dhritiman Mukherjee
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