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Why Migratory Birds Often Have Paler Wings Than Other Birds
Why Migratory Birds Often Have Paler Wings Than Other Birds
A new study suggests that lighter colors may help these species stay cool on their long journeys, when birds are pushing themselves to their physiological limits.
A new study suggests that lighter colors may help these species stay cool on their long journeys, when birds are pushing themselves to their physiological limits.
birds, evolution, evolutionary biology
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