Futureproof Extra: Mullerian Mimicry & Toxic Birds

Futureproof with Jonathan McCrea

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Futureproof Extra: Mullerian Mimicry & Toxic Birds

It's no secret that in the animal kingdom big, bold colors attract attention. This can be to attract a mate or even blend into one’s surroundings. It could also signify that that animal is extremely dangerous - even toxic. But how did this trait first emerge and are there only certain species that do so? Dr Frank Rheindt, Associate Professor and Dean’s Chair in the Department of Biological Sciences National University of Singapore joined Jonathan to discuss. Listen and subscribe to Futureproof with Jonathan McCrea on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App. You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

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