Peacock feathers are actually brown, not blue or green: Science behind the optical illusion that makes them look so colourful
The stunning colors of peacock feathers are a result of their unique structure rather than pigments. When light hits the microscopic melanin rods and air pockets within the feathers, it triggers specific wavelengths to reflect, creating vivid color illusions. The arrangement of these rods plays a crucial role in whether blue or green shades are…
