Their delicate wings have a frame of orange and white colors similar to the monarch butterfly.
However, the rest of their fancy wings are made of flawless clear panes that look like windows.
A recentvideofromKQEDprovides a Deep Look at these special creatures.
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What makes these clear wing panes so special?
Without pigment, the wings are colorless andbecause of their thinnesstransparent.
A rough texture prevents the surface from being reflective, giving the illusion of almost empty panes.
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They can travel at speeds up toeight miles per hourand are stronger than typical butterflies.
Scientists have recognized how special this species is.
Have you ever seen aglasswing butterfly?
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