Australian Tropical Birds

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.

Smithsonian Magazine · 2d

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 mouth

Seattle Times · 1d

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.

Forbes · 1d

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.

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Endangered red goshawk snapped in Central Australia for the first time in three decades

Australia’s rarest bird of prey photographed in Central Australia marks the first confirmation of the species in the region ...

Smithsonian Magazine6y

The Next Frontier: Unraveling the Mysteries of Tropical Bird Migration

The data collected will help scientists unravel the mysteries of tropical bird migration.“In South America the study of migration is in a natural history phase.

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