Articles for tag: Bats, biofluorescence, nocturnal animals, ultraviolet glow, Wildlife Biology

Why Some Bats Glow Under Ultraviolet Light

Why Some Bats Glow Under Ultraviolet Light

Andrew Alpin

You might think Halloween decorations when you hear about glowing bats, yet scientists have recently discovered something truly remarkable. When placed ing, six species of the critters were found to emit a green luminescence, marking a groundbreaking discovery in North American wildlife research. It is the first record of the phenomenon in bats native to ...

Biofluorescent Signs: Glow Types by Zodiac

Biofluorescent Signs: Glow Types by Zodiac

Andrew Alpin

When darkness falls across our planet, a magical transformation occurs. From the depths of our oceans to the floor of mysterious forests, countless creatures burst into glowing displays that would make any light show jealous. Yet what if these luminescent beings could teach us something about ourselves? The natural world’s most dazzling performers might just ...