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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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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Birds-Of-Paradise Found To Biofluoresce From The Tips Of Their Beaks To Their Toes
The bird world has some of the funkiest displays when it comes to attracting a mate. From building elaborate nests to impress ...
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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 ...
Cool Critters: A trout with feathers – the American Dipper
The American dipper, a drab-looking bird no larger than a robin, is a splashy rarity: a songbird that swims and even walks underwater. This round-bodied gray bird with short wings and a stubby tail is ...