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A stretch and a run: Brazil’s ex-president returns

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Colorful Birds and Latitude

This chapter explores the correlation between bird coloration and geographic latitude, revealing that tropical regions boast a greater diversity of vibrant colors compared to temperate areas. It discusses a scientific study that leverages advanced technology to confirm the theory that colorfulness increases as one moves closer to the equator, with implications for understanding biodiversity in other species.

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