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Each dragonfly eye has more than 30,000 facets.

Why it is true

Dragonfly compound eyes contain up to 30,000 tiny lenses called ommatidia, giving them a nearly complete panoramic view. The upper part of the eyes is sensitive to blue and ultraviolet light, which helps detect prey against the sky.

Source: Journal of Experimental Biology

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