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Do birds see color?
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Expert Answer
Most birds see color better than humans—they have four color receptors (tetrachromatic) compared to human three, allowing them to see ultraviolet light. UV vision helps them find food, select mates (many birds have UV-reflective plumage), and navigate.
Key Insight
Most birds see color better than humans—they have four color receptors (tetrachromatic) compared to human three, allowing them to see ultraviolet light.
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