These colors are not a result of pigmentation but are an example of iridescence through structural coloration: the microscopic scales covering the Morpho's wings reflect incident light repeatedly at successive layers

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Tarantulas are some of the biggest spiders in the world and comprise a group of often hairy Most species of tarantulas are not dangerous to humans

a Giant False Leaf Katydid

Dendrelaphis pictus Snake Skeleton in a Lucite Resin Paperweight preserved_snake These colors are not aSpecies: Dendrelaphis pictus Snake Skeleton Common Name: Bronze Back Snake Origin: South East Asia Size: 89mm dia x 45mm height Material: Lucite