Why do peacock feathers shimmer? How can a blue jay be blue with no blue pigment? In this episode, we uncover the magic of iridescence and structural colour. From bird feathers to beetle shells and butterfly wings, this is a poetic science adventure for curious kids and their grown-ups.

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