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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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 gymnastics than initially meets the human eye.
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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 ...
Bird strikes: How pilots and airports around the world handle them
SINGAPORE: In November 2024, a Scoot pilot who had 13 years of flying under his belt encountered a bird strike for the first ...
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New Fossil in China Pushes Bird Origins Back 20 Million Years
The fossil of B. zhenghensis, a bird from the late Middle Jurassic period, was unveiled by the Institute of Vertebrate ...
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Animals Like to Bathe, Too – Here Are 5 Grooming Habits in the Animal Kingdom
Hygiene takes many forms in the animal kingdom, and it’s not always about getting clean.
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To save money on eggs, some metro Phoenix residents are getting their own chickens
With rising egg prices, more people are looking to purchase their own hens. Colwyn Wickerson, owner of Az Chickens, gives his ...
Sculpture Takes Flight At South Auckland Library
A new sculpture in south Auckland, inspired by Māori imagery and promoting harmony, portrays the rich history of the ...
An Inside Look at The Museum at FIT’s New Exhibit
The Museum at FIT is renowned for its exhibits dedicated to the art, history, and business of fashion—and its latest opening ...
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Wings over the Mississippi
“Latsch was found on the bank of the Mississippi River near the town of Winona in 2016,” he said. “He’d probably just fledged ...
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Watching wildlife in the winter
Many animals are active during the winter months, searching for food, finding mates, starting families, or on the move. For ...