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SEM of Eastern bluebird (Sialia sialis) feathers
SEM of Eastern bluebird (Sialia sialis) feathers. This image is 2 mm wide. These feathers have micro-structures that reflect blue light. These microscopic features allow the bird to display bright blue iridescent colors.


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