Birds-of-paradise are sending secret color signals invisible to human eyes, scientists say
Birds-of-paradise are even colorful in the dark, with feathers and body parts that glow a brilliant yellow-green under ...
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See the fluorescing tail feathers of a male emperor bird-of-paradise
Birds-of-paradise are known for their bright colours and courtship displays. Now, it turns out that many species also have ...
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Birds-of-paradise ‘glow’ with their skin and feathers
“Birds-of-paradise are a charismatic group that has evolved numerous plumage traits that aid in signalling and reproduction,” says Rene. “They’ve evolved bright metallic-looking feathers that shine ...
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Birds-Of-Paradise Found To Biofluoresce From The Tips Of Their Beaks To Their Toes
Birds-of-paradise number around 45 species and typically have elaborate feathers, colors, and mating displays. Birds also ...
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Most Birds-of-Paradise Are Secretly Biofluorescent, Study Finds
Birds-of-paradise have some of the most famous mating displays in the world, but there's more to their colorful rhythmic ...
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Cool Critters: A trout with feathers – the American Dipper
the bird’s superpowers include: extra layers of feathers covered with a thick coating of oil wax for waterproofing; a low metabolism to help retain body heat; blood that stores a high amount of ...