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