Why Butterflies Gather On Tropical Sands.
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mutant_bunny
2011/09/15 14:38
Millions of dazzling yellow male heliconia butterflies are drawn to South America's tropical rivers, such as the Amazon and Orinoco.
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mutant_bunny
2011/09/15 14:41
Attracted by the mineral-rich wet sand and puddles, they crowd together on the shore, each one drawing up a solution of minerals and salts through its long, curling proboscis.

During mating, the male butterfly transfers much of his sodium to the female in a sperm package, and he comes to the riverbanks to replenish his supplies. Sodium is essential for the working of their nerves and muscles.
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Eternal_Knight
2011/09/15 14:52
yeah smiley nice topic
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EpIcInCoGnItO
2011/09/15 21:06
Nice informative smiley thanks for sharing.
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yay_yay
2011/09/16 17:12
.nice
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MaG
2011/09/17 05:42
thanks for info smiley
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