Jewel Beetles' Iridescent Shells Deter Hungry Birds--By Freaking Them Out
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Iridescence helps these 'living jewels' hide in plain sight
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Cryptic Splendour in Jewel Beetle Finery
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Beetles use their brightly coloured shells as camouflage
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Jewel Beetles' Iridescent Shells Deter Hungry Birds--By Freaking
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Glitzy Beetles Use Their Sparkle for Camouflage
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Jewel beetles' sparkle helps them hide in plain sight
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