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...engaging, in-depth examination of color in the animal world that looks at both its purpose and uses. Upon entering the exhibit, the first thing to catch the eye is a display box containing stuffed birds, where the electric, turquoise-shaded feathers of the Spangled Cotinga bird contrast with the Brazilian Tanager’s deep red feathers. To the right of these spectacular birds, mounted on the wall in a somewhat less flashy display box, are dozens of shells of Cuban land snails. The perfectly spaced rows and columns draw attention to the mesmerizing symmetry and subtle differences...

Author: By Anna E. Sakellariadis, CONTRIBUTING WRITER | Title: Color Dazzles in Animal Kingdom | 10/17/2008 | See Source »

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