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Avian Pigmentation Genetics: How Birds Get Their Colors

Birds receive their colors thanks to the pigments in their genetic makeup. All living creatures owe their coloring to pigmentation within their DNA. Even humanity owes our hair and skin color to this ...
Popular Science

All living birds share an ‘iridescent’ ancestor

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USA Today

How do birds get their colors? A guide to your vibrantly hued, winged friends

Birds boast some of the most vibrant colors among terrestrial animals. The tropics are often renowned for the brightest birds, but U.S. birds also display a wide array of striking hues. But just how ...
Democrat and Chronicle

How birds get their colors. A visual guide to your brilliantly hued, winged friends.

Birds boast some of the most vibrant colors among terrestrial animals. Our pretty avian friends have inspired our Democrat and Chronicle photographers for years and captured the imaginations of many ...