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Glassy eyes may help young crustaceans hide from predators in plain sight

Nanospheres in the organs reflect light that matches the color of surrounding water

A photo of several transparent crustacean larvae swimming around on a white background.

The eyes of some transparent crustacean larvae sport colorful glass made of minuscule, light-reflecting nanospheres that may help the creatures blend into their natural environment.

K. Shavit

By Erin Garcia de Jesús

- More than 2 years ago

Fledgling crustaceans have eyes like the sea, a peculiarity that could help them hide from predators.