Birds of Paradise Series

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, suggesting that this "hidden" phenomenon provides enhanced signaling for hierarchy and courtship.

earth · 2d

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.

Science Daily · 2d

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.

Smithsonian Magazine2d

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 ...

3don MSN

Widespread biofluorescence in birds-of-paradise suggests enhanced signaling for hierarchy and courtship displays

New research by scientists at the American Museum of Natural History and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln reports, for the ...

AOL16d

This Bird’s Mating Dance is Disco-Worthy

What you can see here is not a random series of moves. The male inherited his individual dance routine from his father. Then he refines it with plenty of practice and by watching other adult males.

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