An interesting article about pigments in birds' feathers.
Researches at Sheffield University have discovered why birds never go grey and how their plumage could be used to prevent our clothes fading in the wash.
Birds use sophisticated changes to the structure of their feathers to create a multi-coloured appearance.
Article here.
Researches at Sheffield University have discovered why birds never go grey and how their plumage could be used to prevent our clothes fading in the wash.
Birds use sophisticated changes to the structure of their feathers to create a multi-coloured appearance.
Article here.