Researchers recently discovered that dozens of species in the flamboyant family are biofluorescent, emitting a gleaming light ...

A survey of museum specimens reveals that more than a dozen species of the birds sport biofluorescence in feathers, skin or even inside their throats.

“Oftentimes the fluorescent areas were bordered by really darkly pigmented feathers, which contrasted against that fluorescence,” Martin said. “A lot of these birds-of-paradise have also ...

Male birds-of-paradise are already renowned for using bright colours, iridescent feathers and precise movements to catch the attention of potential mates, with biofluorescence heightening this ...

This species of birds are known as 'birds-of-paradise' and are famous for their bright and colourful feathers. But now, new research has revealed why they are so dazzling - it's all due to ...

Birds-of-paradise are known for their extravagant courtship displays, featuring elaborate dances and vividly colored plumage. But researchers have now uncovered an astonishing new layer to their ...

Researchers discovered that 37 out of 45 known species of birds of paradise possess biofluorescence, emitting green or yellow ...

They're a spectacular sight in sunshine or shadow! Here's how birds of paradise use biofluorescence to their advantage. 🪶🟢 ...

Greater bird-of-paradise (Paradisaea apoda ... highlighted during mating displays the inner mouth and bill, feet, and feathers on the head, neck, and belly. In females, biofluorescence was ...

Raggiana – Bird-of-paradise Paradisaea raggiana Order – Family: Passeriformes – Paradisaeidae Physical Description: These ...