A butterfly that fooled scientists for 200 years finally reveals its secrets
Researchers have discovered that a familiar tropical butterfly actually belongs to three nearly identical species, including one previously unknown to science. Hidden ultraviolet wing patterns and DNA differences revealed the truth, leaving scientists puzzled about how the butterflies remain genetically separate despite living side by side.
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Researchers have discovered that a familiar tropical butterfly actually belongs to three nearly identical species, including one previously unknown to science. Hidden ultraviolet wing patterns and DNA differences revealed the truth, leaving scientists puzzled…
