Exposure to UV radiance predicts repeated evolution of concealed black skin in birds
Exposure to UV radiance predicts repeated evolution of concealed black skin in birds
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London: Nature Publishing Group UK
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Plumage is among the most well-studied components of integumentary colouration. However, plumage conceals most skin in birds, and as a result the presence, evolution and function of skin colour remains unexplored. Here we show, using a database of 2259 species encompassing >99% of bird genera, that melanin-rich, black skin is found in a small but s...
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Exposure to UV radiance predicts repeated evolution of concealed black skin in birds
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2041-1723
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2041-1723
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10.1038/s41467-020-15894-6
