Many prey species have eyespot markings that are believed to ward off predators. But how, and does a predator's angle of approach make them less effective? Dr. Hannah Rowland and Dr. John Skelhorn write for Frontiers about ...
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Eyespots, the circular markings of contrasting colors found on the wings of many butterfly species, are used by these fluttering creatures to intimidate or distract predators. A team of scientists led by Professor Antónia ...
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Many butterfly species bear distinct circular markings known as eyespots on their wings, and the functions of these rings of contrasting colors vary. A long-standing theory is that they serve as anti-predator defenses—small ...
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Jun 14, 2021
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The widespread occurrence of eyespots, from butterflies to fish, has intrigued biologists for years but the mechanism behind their function has, until now, remained unclear.
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Sep 19, 2017
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Research has demonstrated with some of the first experimental evidence that coloration or patterns can be used to "deflect" attacks from predators, protecting an animal's most vulnerable parts from the predators most likely ...
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Nov 11, 2014
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(Phys.org) —A team of researchers with members from several universities in the U.S. and one in China has found evidence that suggests that ocelli (areas on feathers that look like eyes) on male peafowl are likely a result ...
A new study of the colorful "eyespots" on the wings of some butterfly species is helping to address fundamental questions about evolution that are conceptually similar to the quandary Aristotle wrestled with about 330 B.C. ...
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May 28, 2014
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Small prey fish can grow a bigger 'eye' on their rear fins as a way of distracting predators and dramatically boosting their chances of survival, new scientific research has found.
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Aug 19, 2013
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Getting the undivided attention of a female is tough at the best of times but it's even harder when surrounded by other male suitors. It's no wonder males often resort to ostentatious displays to distinguish themselves from ...
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Jul 24, 2013
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Male peacock tail plumage and courtship antics likely influence their success at attracting and mating with females, according to recent Queen's University research.
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