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Biologists turn back the clock to understand evolution of sex differences

Sex differences account for some of the most of the spectacular traits in nature: the wild colours of male guppies, the plumage of peacocks, tusks on walruses and antlers on moose. Sexual conflict – the ...

Biology / Plants & Animals

created May 03, 2012 | popularity 3.5 / 5 (4) | comments 3 | with audio podcast

Fossil moths show their true colors

The brightest hues in nature are produced by tiny patterns in, say, feathers or scales rather than pigments. These so-called "structural colors" are widespread, giving opals their fire, people their blue eyes, ...

Other Sciences / Archaeology & Fossils

created Nov 15, 2011 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 4 | with audio podcast

Dinosaur species attracted mates similar to a peacock

(PhysOrg.com) -- A new study presented at the Society for Vertebrate Paleontology shows that the Oviraptor dinosaur had a tail structure that allowed it to shake its tail feathers, possibly to attract potential ...

Other Sciences / Archaeology & Fossils

created Nov 09, 2011 | popularity 3 / 5 (3) | comments 1 | with audio podcast report

For peacocks, the eyespots don't lie

Male peacock tail plumage and courtship antics likely influence their success at attracting and mating with females, according to recent Queen's University research.

Biology / Plants & Animals

created Apr 27, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 3 | with audio podcast

Studies suggest males have more personality

(PhysOrg.com) -- Males have more pronounced personalities than females across a range of species - from humans to house sparrows - according to new research. Consistent personality traits, such as aggression ...

Biology / Plants & Animals

created Nov 18, 2009 | popularity 3.7 / 5 (9) | comments 3