PhysOrg Posted October 30, 2018 Share Posted October 30, 2018 When the male bearded manakin snaps its wings at lightning speed, it's more than part of an elaborate, acrobatic mating ritual. The tiny muscle doing the heavy lifting is also the reason this exotic bird has evolved into four distinct species, according to new research published in the journal eLIFE by Wake Forest University biologist Matthew Fuxjager. View the full article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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