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jewel scarab

noun

Definitions

  1. A scarab of the genus Chrysina

    A scarab of the genus Chrysina: brightly coloured, often metallic iridescent species of ruteline beetles found from the southwestern edge of the United States to Central America.

    • Jewel scarab (Chrysina chrysiagarea), Costa Rica / A singular chrome sheen adorns both this jewel scarab and the silver satyr butterfly, making them a perfectly monochromatic pairing.
    • […] jewel scarab beetles. Jewel scarab beetles range in color from metallic gold to shiny green. A jewel scarab beetle's bling makes it stand out. FALSE. Their shiny colors provide camouflage, often by reflecting the color of leaves[…]

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