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glasswing butterfly

[/ˈɡlæswɪŋ ˈbʌtərflaɪ/]
nounfemininepl: glasswing butterflies
borboleta-de-asas-de-vidro
1. A tropical butterfly of the family Riodinidae, characterized by transparent or translucent wings with dark veins, native to Central and South America
The glasswing butterfly is remarkable for its nearly invisible wings that allow it to blend seamlessly into its surroundings.
A borboleta-de-asas-de-vidro é notável por suas asas quase invisíveis que lhe permitem se misturar perfeitamente ao ambiente.
Synonyms
Godyris zavaletatransparent butterflyclear-wing butterfly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
borboleta-de-asas-de-vidro
most common term in Brazil
General Brazilian
borboleta-transparente
alternative descriptive term
Portugal
borboleta-de-asas-transparentes
preferred in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

clear as glass (similar to the butterfly's transparent wings)
invisible to the naked eye (describing the butterfly's camouflage)
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