1. Japanese researchers were awarded an Ig Nobel Prize for studying if painting cows with zebra-like stripes could deter flies.
- They found painted cows had fewer fly bites and less fly-repelling behavior than non-painted ones.
2. The study suggests a potential method to reduce stress on cattle and develop alternatives to pesticides for protecting livestock from insect bites.
- However, the paint in their study disappeared within a few days, requiring further research for long-lasting solutions.
3. This was Japan's 19th consecutive year of winning at least one Ig Nobel Prize, with other winners this year including a study on narcissism and another on lizard preferences for pizza.
- They found painted cows had fewer fly bites and less fly-repelling behavior than non-painted ones.
2. The study suggests a potential method to reduce stress on cattle and develop alternatives to pesticides for protecting livestock from insect bites.
- However, the paint in their study disappeared within a few days, requiring further research for long-lasting solutions.
3. This was Japan's 19th consecutive year of winning at least one Ig Nobel Prize, with other winners this year including a study on narcissism and another on lizard preferences for pizza.
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Japanese researchers won an Ig Nobel Prize for studying if painting cows with zebra-like stripes could deter flies. Results showed fewer fly bites on painted cows compared to non-painted ones, suggesting a potential method to reduce stress and protect cattle from insects. However, the paint