Scientists discover how the Diadem butterfly mimics the African Queen
Scientists have discovered how female Diadem butterflies have evolved to look like African Queen butterflies to repel predators.
Scientists have discovered how female Diadem butterflies have evolved to look like African Queen butterflies to repel predators.
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