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UrduScientists have discovered that the hummingbird bill is surprisingly flexible. While drinking, a hummingbird rapidly opens and shuts different parts of its bill simultaneously, engaging in an intricate and highly coordinated dance with its tongue to draw up nectar at lightning speeds.
Tag: Flower
Flower power: genetic insights into the Chrysanthemum’s architectural elegance
Researchers have made significant strides in understanding the genetic factors that shape the Chrysanthemum lavandulifolium’s inflorescence, with a particular focus on the cla-miR164-NO APICAL MERISTEM (ClNAM) gene’s regulatory functions. This study provides a foundation for advancements in the targeted breeding and genetic enhancement of this species.
Tomato blossoms unfold new insights: key gene TM6 controls flower development
A cutting-edge study has shed light on the TOMATO MADS-BOX 6 (TM6) gene’s critical influence on the elaborate development of tomato flowers. This research pierces the veil on the genetic underpinnings of floral formation, providing fresh insights into the realm of plant biology.
Professor Hongbo Zhao’s research team at Zhejiang A&F University uncovered novel DNA methylation regulation mechanisms in the rapid response of Osmanthus fragrans to low temperature for flower opening
Osmanthus fragrans, celebrated for its rich fragrance and symbolism, ranks among China’s ten traditional famous flowers.
Deciphering the palette: Unveiling the genetic secrets of Rhododendron flower color diversity
A research team has made strides in uncovering the genetic foundations of flower color variation within the Rhododendron genus.