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Study finds that birds-of-paradise are biofluorescent, suggesting that this "hidden" phenomenon provides enhanced signaling for hierarchy and courtship.

From blue-light fireflies to synchronous light shows, these are the best places in Appalachia to see fireflies each summer.

Last year, the lights were visible from as far south as Kent and East Anglia, which was rare, as the natural phenomenon can ...

Scientists find that 82 percent of birds-of-paradise species show biofluorescence, often on their feathers, throat or inner ...

The headlights on some cars seem brighter than before, and some have a blue tint. Why is this, and what advantages and ...

Interestingly, birds remain woefully understudied when it comes to the optical extras. Until now, no one had looked for the ...