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Birds of paradise glow on mating parade
In a study published Tuesday in the journal Royal Society Open Science, researchers found evidence of biofluorescence in most birds-of-paradise species.
These Birds-Of-Paradise Are Glowing, Here’s Why It Matters
Study Finds That Birds-of-Paradise Are Biofluorescent Research suggests that "hidden" phenomenon provides enhanced signaling for hierarchy and courtship.
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 or mastering the moves of a dance, the birds of planet Earth know how to shake their tail feathers.
Birds-of-paradise use secret biofluorescence to attract mates
Biofluorescence is widespread in birds-of-paradise, a group of tropical birds famous for their spectacular courtship dances.
Study finds that birds-of-paradise are biofluorescent
New research reports, for the first time, the widespread occurrence of biofluorescence in birds-of-paradise. The study, based on specimens collected since the 1800s, finds biofluorescence in 37 of the 45 known birds-of-paradise species and suggests that this special “glow” is important among males for hierarchy and mating displays.
Birds-of-paradise are biofluorescent
New research reports, for the first time, the widespread occurrence of biofluorescence in birds-of-paradise. The study, based on specimens collected since the 1800s, finds biofluorescence in 37 of the 45 known birds-of-paradise species and suggests that this special 'glow' is important among males for hierarchy and mating displays.
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Birds of Paradise
Birds of paradise are found in New Guinea and surrounding islands. The manucodes and riflebirds species also dwell in Australia. Birds of paradise are so attractive that their appearance once made ...
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Birds-of-Paradise Glow to Attract Mates, Adding a Flashy Element to Their Impressive Courtship Displays
Scientists find that 82 percent of birds-of-paradise species show biofluorescence, often on their feathers, throat or inner ...
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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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Bird of paradise – a new perspective
When female birds of paradise watch males dance ... the film crew were now ready to capture the Wilson’s display from all angles. They needed to get into their hides before sunrise to make ...
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How to Grow Stunning Bird-of-Paradise Plants That Bloom Year After Year
With its origami-esque tropical flowers and striking colors, a bird-of-paradise plant brings a tropical flair to any home ...