Scientists reveal how butterfly wings get their vibrant colors
Researchers found that actin - a protein in butterfly scales - is responsible for the colorful structures.
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Researchers found that actin - a protein in butterfly scales - is responsible for the colorful structures.
Researchers found that actin - a protein in butterfly scales - is responsible for the colorful structures.
The secret of how butterfly wings get their vibrant colors has been revealed in a new study. Using cutting-edge super resolution microscopy, researchers from the University of Sheffield and the Central Laser Facility have been able to investigate the developmental stages of butterfly scales, tracing their formation from caterpillar to butterfly.
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