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Butterflies use optical illusions to dodge predators
Researchers at the University of Essex report that butterflies employ optical illusions to evade predators. The study suggests wing patterns create visual effects that confuse attacking animals, giving butterflies extra fractions of a second to escape. The findings add to understanding of how prey species evolve deceptive visual traits for survival, and the work has drawn attention on research discussion sites.
Why now: A newly published University of Essex study on butterfly survival tactics is fresh news being shared and discussed online.
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- Butterflies use optical illusions to dodge predators · gmays · 78
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