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Stream glory damselfly
California Academy of Sciences2015-09
California Academy of Sciences
San Francisco, CA, United States
The eye-catching green of the male stream glory damselfly’s hindwings isn’t just decoration—this sparkling display of color can woo mates or warn off competitors. Look closely to see the wing scales that create this brilliant iridescence.
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- Title: Stream glory damselfly
- Creator: California Academy of Sciences
- Date Created: 2015-09
- Location: Asia
- Location Created: San Francisco, CA
- External Link: Zoom in closer
- Scientific Name: Neurobasis chinensis
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