A new study by a team at the University of Geneva (UNIGE) reveals that the mechanics of growing tissues play a crucial role in the development of crocodile head scales. By integrating observations ...
But a study in Nature suggests that, at least for crocodile heads, different forces might be at play. NPR's Jonathan Lambert explains. JONATHAN LAMBERT, BYLINE: Biologist Michel Milinkovitch's ...
Scientists normally explain the spectacular diversity of animal patterns by pointing to genetics. But a study in Nature suggests that, at least for crocodile heads, different forces might be at play.