Nature's  most transparent creatures

The  Glasswinged Butterfly

The glass-winged butterfly is brush-footed, the transparency of its wings results from the combination of the low reflection of the light impinging on the wings' surface.

Juvenile  Sharpear Enope  Squid

Its transparent body is covered with polka dots of pigment-filled cells, and below its eyes are bioluminescent organs.

Transparent  Juvenile Surgeonfish

The fish is only fully transparent when it is young, and later develops its signature blue and yellow markings.

Translucent  Pharaoh  Ants Eating  Colored Liquids

The pharaoh ant is a small yellow or light brown, almost transparent ant notorious for being a major indoor nuisance pest, especially in hospitals.

Tortoise  Shell Beetle

The tortoise shell beetle is not completely transparent, but it does have a carapace that is nearly invisible. The purpose of the transparent outer shell is to fool potential predators, as it reveals markings on its back that act as a warning.

Macropinna Microstoma

It is recognized for a highly unusual transparent, fluid-filled dome on its head, through which the lenses of its eyes can be seen.

European  Eel

European Eels change colors several times throughout their lives, they start transparent before turning brownish-yellow on their sides and belly.