Butterflies near Fukushima show genetic mutations
Genetic mutations have been found in three generations of butterflies near Japan's crippled Fukushima nuclear plant.
Scientists now fear the radiation could affect other species.
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185 OFFERGenetic mutations have been found in three generations of butterflies near Japan's crippled Fukushima nuclear plant.
Scientists now fear the radiation could affect other species.
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