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Painted Lady Butterflies Adapt Migration Strategies Over 10,000 km

2/4/2025

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Scientists have uncovered the remarkable adaptability of painted lady butterflies, which journey 10,000 km between Africa and Europe. Their migration strategies are shaped by environmental conditions rather than genetics, showcasing the butterflies' incredible phenotypic plasticity as they adjust their travel distances in response to seasonal changes.

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Scientists have uncovered the remarkable adaptability of painted lady butterflies, which journey 10,000 km between Africa and Europe. Their migration strategies are shaped by environmental conditions rather than genetics, showcasing the butterflies' incredible phenotypic plasticity as they adjust their travel distances in response to seasonal changes.