Your everyday average platypus has a dull brown pelt, except when exposed to ultraviolet light. Scientists marvel at the discovery and work to uncover the reasons behind the fascinating flourescence.
Click above to hear part 1 of In Living Color, featuring Paula Anich, Associate Professor of Natural Resources, Northland College, and Michaela Carlson, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, Northland College.
In Living Color:
Part 1: The Glowing Platypus
Part 2: Perceiving Color
Part 3: Meet YInMn Blue
