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The Golden Ratio Reveals Geometric Differences in Proboscis Coiling Among Butterflies of Different Feeding Habits.

The Golden Ratio Reveals Geometric Differences in Proboscis Coiling Among Butterflies of Different Feeding Habits.

Authors :
LEHNERT, MATTHEW S.
BROWN, ERIC
LEHNERT, MARGIE P.
GERARD, PATRICK D.
HUAN YAN
CHANJOONG KIM
Source :
American Entomologist; Spring2015, Vol. 61 Issue 1, p18-26, 9p
Publication Year :
2015

Abstract

The article focuses on the Golden Ratio which is a number often encountered when taking the ratios of distances in simple geometric figures such as the pentagon, pentagram, decagon and dodecahedron. It mentions the geometric differences in proboscis which is an elongated appendage from the head of an animal. It notes the relationship of the Golden Ratio to butterfly feeding habits.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10462821
Volume :
61
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
American Entomologist
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
109311099
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/ae/tmv005