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Lantern fly

Lantern fly (Fulgora laternaria) is a butterfly which habits in Central and South America. Despite its name, it doesn't emit light. It's characteristically head has an empty protuberance to frighten its predators. The lantern fly also has fake eyes on its wings to confuse them.

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