Nature’s natural colors can be breathtaking. Tropical birds are famous for their brightly colored feathers, and many fish ...

While the ecological factors behind this shift are well-studied, the genetic mechanisms remain unclear. Tian’s childhood fascination with butterflies, inspired by their beauty as he watched them rest ...

Scientists have found a new way to see how butterflies develop their colors. Butterflies use color for a number of important functions, including as signals for mate-choice or to ward off predators.

Male butterflies seek out mates with the same wing color as they find them more attractive, reveals new research. Genetics, vision and neural processing are all linked to mating behavior in ...