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Scientists have mapped the genetic makeup of 363 bird species

[ad_1] The genetic makeup of 363 bird species, ranging from the humble chicken to the extraordinary bird of paradise, has been mapped for the first time by scientists. The work, by researchers at the Smithsonian Institute and about 100 other institutions, involved the analysis of more than 17 trillion base …

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Wrinkled-faced bats pull down the skin mask during sex

[ad_1] ‘Unmasked’ bat foreplay: wrinkled-faced bats lower a fold of skin under the chin before having sex in a rare form of courtship Researchers found wrinkled-faced bats in the Costa Rican forest Experts were able to observe their bizarre mating ritual for the first time ever Found the male skin …

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