News Headline

Butterfly eyespots reuse gene regulatory network that patterns antennae, legs and wings

Source
Phys.org

Publication Date
2022-02-16

Eyespots, the circular markings of contrasting colors found on the wings of many butterfly species, are used by these fluttering creatures to intimidate or distract predators.

Content
https://phys.org/news/2022-02-butterfly-eyespots-reuse-gene-regulatory.html