Flies like blue objects because they mistake colour for food, scientists say

Finding may help fight against diseases spread by flies and make traps more effectiveBiting flies are strongly attracted to blue objects because they mistake the colour for an animal they want to feast on, scientists have said.The finding may help the fight against diseases that are spread by flies, such as sleeping sickness, by making traps more effective.Continue reading...
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - Category: Science Authors: Tags: Science Animals Research and development Medicine Insects Wildlife Source Type: news