Green Domino Flower Beetle - Dome Jar Small deep frame They are similar to dragonflies

They are similar to dragonflies but are usually smaller and have slimmer bodies

also known as the also known as the Blue mountain swallowtail or Blue emperor

The colours originate from optical interference in the iridescent parts of the wings

It's wings are an iridescent electric blue caused by the microscopic structure of it's scales

Origin: Aotearoa New Zealand

Green Domino Flower Beetle - Dome Jar Small deep frame They are similar to dragonfliesDisplayed in a uniquely domed jar, perfect for viewing all sides of the beetle. With the cork situated at the bottom of the jar, even the top side of the specimen is visible. Beetles are insects that form the order Coleoptera. Their front pair of wings are hardened into wing cases, elytra, distinguishing them from most other insects. Species: Green domino flower beetle (Heterorrhina sexmaculata) Origin: Indonesia Jar height: 7 cm Picture displays both