Many birds-of-paradise species emit light through their plumage, study finds

Researchers found that most birds-of-paradise are biofluorescent - meaning they absorb light through their bodiesBirds-of-paradise are known for their bright and colourful plumage, but it turns out they are even more dazzling than previously thought.Researchers have found 37 of the 45 species show biofluorescence - in other words, patches of their plumage or other body parts absorb UV or blue light, and emit light at lower frequencies. Continue reading...