Study of Iridescent Animals Reveals Surprising Purpose Beyond
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Last updated 17 Jul 2024
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A new study from the University of Bristol shows for the first time that the striking iridescent colours seen in some animals increase their chances of survival.
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Iridescent plumage is produced by nanostructures in the feather
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The iridescence color of a polished shell of the mollusk Pinctada
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