Size matters: Bird uses illusion to wow a mate

Thursday, September 9, 2010 - 13:14 in Physics & Chemistry

To woo females, bowerbird males create optical illusions that make themselves look larger than they  are, much like the ones used in the "Lord of the Rings" films to make actors look hobbit-size. Optical illusion - Lord of the Rings - Bowerbird - Games - Film

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