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Scotch Argus (Erebia aethiops) adult, resting on dock, Pontic Mountains, Anatolia, Turkey, July
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Scotch Argus (Erebia aethiops) adult, resting on dock, Pontic Mountains, Anatolia, Turkey, July
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© FLPA/Bob Gibbons
Anatolia Anatolian Butterflies Butterfly Dock Docks Middle East Middle Eastern Near East Near Eastern Pontic Alps Pontic Mountains Turkey Turkish Underside Montane Upland Uplands
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Nature's Colorful Dockside Visitor - A Scotch Argus Butterfly Takes a Well-Deserved Break in the Pontic Mountains of Turkey!
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. In this snapshot, we witness the enchanting beauty of Anatolia's wildlife as a majestic Scotch Argus butterfly gracefully settles on a weathered dock. Against the breathtaking backdrop of the Pontic Mountains, this adult insect showcases its intricate patterned wings with pride. Bathed in warm July sunlight, it seems to be savoring every moment of its summer vacation. With its vibrant orange and brown hues contrasting against the rustic wooden planks, this European native adds a touch of exoticism to an otherwise ordinary scene. Its delicate presence reminds us that even in remote mountainous regions, nature never fails to surprise us with its wonders. As an arthropod ambassador from Eurasia, this Turkish treasure invites us to appreciate both the diversity and interconnectedness of our world. Fluttering through montane landscapes and alpine meadows, these butterflies play their part in pollination while adding splashes of color wherever they go. So let's take a moment to celebrate this chance encounter captured by Bob Gibbons' lens - an ephemeral meeting between human civilization and untamed wilderness. May it inspire us all to cherish these fleeting moments when nature graces our everyday lives with unexpected beauty!
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