Scientists Reexamine Why Zebra Stripes Mysteriously Repel Flies

While biologists still aren't exactly sure how it works, a new study closes in on why the insects that pester Savannah animals zig when anything zags. Thanks for listening to WIRED. Check back in tomorrow to hear more stories from WIRED.com.

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