The wings themselves, however, are completely “translucent.” The clearwing butterflies were named after a dance that combines fluid movements with martial arts.

The veins of the wings are black leading to brown and orangish brown edges, researchers said. The wings themselves, however, are completely “translucent.” ...

With a flick of the wing, Japanese honeybees slap away ants that try to infiltrate their hive. Ants often invade honeybee nests, seeking to steal honey, prey on eggs or kill worker bees.