Comma Butterfly Collection

Plate 6: Three Brown Butterflies, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Plate 6: Three Brown Butterflies, c. 1575/1580

Peacock, Smalll Tortoiseshell and Comma Butterflies... c1930s, (1945). Creator: Vere Temple
Peacock, Smalll Tortoiseshell and Comma Butterflies - Vanessa io, Vanessa urticae and Vannessa c-album, c1930s, (1945). Aglais io, Aglais urticae and Polygonia c-album - chrysalises

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Victorian vintage engraving of butterlies, France, 1875

Comma Butterfly Kent spring

Comma on verbena

Comma butterfly -Polygonia c-album, Syn Nymphalis c-album- perched on a leaf, Altenseelbach, Neunkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Larva from Comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album) hanging from a plant, close-up

CJ1 8841 Comma butterfly A4 ratio
Comma butterfly, Polygonia c-album

CJ1 8841 Comma butterfly, Polygonia c-album, Imperial ratio
Carousel Calendars, Chris McEvoy, Comma butterfly, Polygonia c-album

Comma butterfly C016 / 2242
Comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album). This butterfly ranges across Europe and temperate Asia to Japan, and south to Morocco. Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Comma butterfly on a flower. Comma (Polygonia c-album) butterflies range across Europe and temperate Asia to Japan, and south to Morocco. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in October

Comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album). This butterfly is found throughout Europe and Asia. The commas wings resemble a fallen leaf in order to avoid detection by predators

Comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album) resting on Sedum flowers. This butterfly is found throughout Europe and Asia. The commas ragged looking wings resemble a fallen leaf when closed in order to avoid

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The comma butterfly, also known as Polygonia c-album or Syn Nymphalis c-album, is a beautiful species that has captured the attention of artists and naturalists throughout history. In the 1930s and 1945, Vere Temple created stunning illustrations featuring not only the comma butterfly but also its counterparts, the peacock and small tortoiseshell butterflies. These artworks showcase the intricate patterns and vibrant colors of these delicate creatures. Dating back to as early as 1860, color lithographs depicted various species of butterflies, including the comma butterfly. The detailed engravings from 1783-1806 further highlighted their unique characteristics. It's fascinating how these depictions have allowed us to appreciate their beauty for centuries. In springtime in Kent, England, one can witness the comma butterfly gracefully perched on leaves. This particular image captures a moment in Altenseelbach, Neunkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany where this enchanting creature rests on a leaf against a picturesque backdrop. Butterfly enthusiasts are captivated by every stage of their life cycle. A close-up photograph showcases a larva hanging from a plant—a reminder of nature's wonders unfolding before our eyes. Photographers have skillfully captured images like CJ1 8841 Comma Butterfly A4 ratio or CJ1 8841 Comma Butterfly Imperial ratio—each frame showcasing its unique features up close. Whether it be through art or photography, we continue to marvel at the elegance and allure of the comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album). Its presence reminds us of nature's boundless creativity and serves as an inspiration for all who encounter it.