Lepidoptera Collection (page 8)

Luna moth (Actias luna), photographed on white. New Brunswick, Canada, June

African moon moth (Argema mimosae) Western Serengeti, Tanzania Africa

Garden tiger moth (Arctia caja) Killard Point NNR, Ballyhornan, County Down, Northern Ireland.July

Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus), in wintering from November to March in Oyamel pine forests (Abies religiosa) Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve, Mexico

RF- Glasswing butterfly (Greta oto), Costa Rica

Cairns birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera priamus) male on fern leaf and Blue Mountain Swallowtail butterfly in flight, Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Australia, October

Eastern tiger swallowtail butterfly (Papilio glaucus) female, nectaring on Purple Loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria) in wet meadow, East Haddam, Connecticut, USA

Round headed club rush (Scirpus holoschoenus) with Heath fritillary butterfly (Melitaea athalia) and Niobe fritillary butterfly (Argynnis niobe var eris) Stenje region, Galicica National Park

Golden oat grass (Trisetum flavescens) and Silver studded blue butterfly (Plebejus argus) Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Geometrid moth (Geometridae sp) caterpillar moving along twig, Triglav National Park, Slovenia, June 2009

Swallowtail Butterfly (Papilio machaon britannicus) on hawkbit flower. Strumpshaw Fen, Norfolk, June

Black veined white butterfly (Aporia crataegi) on grass, Gavarnie-Gedre, Pyrenees National Park, France, June

Geranium Argus butterfly (Plebejus eumedon) feeding on Wood Cranesbill (Geranium sylvaticum) northern Finland, June

Brush footed butterfly (Lycorea sp. ) caterpillar with parasitic wasp cocoons on silk threads
Brush footed butterfly (Lycorea sp.) caterpillar with parasitic wasp cocoons on silk threads, Yasuni National Park, Orellana, Ecuador

Scales of a Owl butterfly (Caligo sp) magnified 28x, deceased insect found in Tapirai Sao Paulo, Brazil. South-east Atlantic forest

Raja Brookes Birdwing Butterfly (Trogonoptera brookiana), Borneo

Elephant Hawkmoth (Deilephila elpenor) close up of head showing proboscis. Note the pollen grains attached to its hairs. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. August. Focus Stacked

Small copper butterfly (Lycaena phlaeas) in meadow. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. May

Small tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae) feeding on Marjoram (Origanum vulgare). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. July

Peppered moth (Biston betularia) camouflaged among lichens, Banbridge, County Down, Northern Ireland, June

Silver-studded blue butterflies (Plebejus argus) resting on grass and backlit by the sun, Upton Towans, Cornwall, UK. June 2017

Common blue butterflies (Polyommatus icarus) resting on grasses, Vealand Farm, Devon, UK. June 2017

Small pearl-bordered fritillary (Boloria selene), Marsland mouth, Cornwall/Devon, UK. May 2017

Peacock butterfly (Inachis io) basking on fallen tree, Southwest London, England, UK, April

Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) in garden, Norfolk, England, UK, June

Emperor moth (Saturnia pavonia) caterpillar feeding on Ling heather (Calluna vulgaris) taken with fish eye view, Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. August

Emperor moth (Saturnia pavonia) female wide angle view showing heather moorland habitat. Peak District National Park, UK. April

Small tortoishell butterfly (Aglais urticae) on a stained glass window of church on a sunny day Sheffield, England, UK, January

Blood-vein moth (Timandra griseata) on fallen leaves, Nottingham, UK, August

Orange Tip Butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) male resting on Bluebell (Endymion / Hyacinthoides nonscriptus). Peak DIstrict National Park, Derbyshire, UK. April

Comma butterfly (Polygonia C-album) feeding on ripe blackberries, Dorset, UK, August

Marbled White butterfly (Melanargia galathea) resting on grass, Dunsdon Nature Reserve, Devon, UK. July

Small copper (Lycaena phlaeas) butterfly resting on Common ragwort (Senecio jacobaea), Arne RSPB reserve, Dorset, England, UK, August

Greater horseshoe bat {Rhinolophus ferrumequinum} in flight hunting a moth at night, Germany

RF - Marbled white butterfly (Melanargia galathea) on knapweed, with soft focus leaves, Aosta Valley, Gran Paradiso National Park, Italy

Morpho (Morpho peleides) eggs, Green Hills Butterfly Ranch, Cayo District, Belize

Blue iridescent scales of a Nymphalid butterfly (Epiphile orea) magnified 11x, deceased insect found in Piedade, Sao Paulo, Brazil. South-east Atlantic Forest

Small tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae) resting on old painted door. Dorset, UK, August

Jersey tiger moth (Euplagia quadripunctaria) large numbers resting on Sweetgum trees (Liquidambar orientalis) in the Petaloudes Valley, Rhodes island, Greece, August 2011

Merveille-du-Jour moth (Dichonia aprilina), camouflaged on lichen. The National Forest, Leicestershire, UK. September

Small emperor moth (Saturnia pavonia) male below female both displaying eyespots on Gorse, Captive, UK, April

Clouded yellow butterfly (Colias crocea) On Wild sweet pea flower, Captive, UK, July

Emperor moth (Gonimbrasia species) digitally enhanced, Namibia

Hercules moth (Coscinocera hercules) recently emerged in montane rinforest. Ambua Lodge, Tari, Hela Province, Papua New Guinea. June

Peacock butterflies (Inachis io) feeding on corn marigolds (Glebionis segetum) on agricultural headland. England, UK

Fringed Tulip Dallas (Pink) and Tulipa Swan Wings (White) and Tulipa Valery Gergiev (red) growing in garden border. England, UK

Monarch (Danaus plexippus), butterfly emerging from chrysalis on Tropical milkweed (Asclepias curassavica) wings unfolding, series, Hill Country, Texas, USA

Morpho menelaus, Cramers blue butterfly

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Lepidoptera, the order of insects that includes butterflies and moths, is a fascinating group with countless species showcasing their beauty in various habitats around the world. One such mesmerizing creature is Ornithoptera alexandrae, commonly known as Queen Alexandra's birdwing butterfly. With its vibrant colors and impressive wingspan, it truly captivates anyone lucky enough to witness its flight. In contrast to the grandeur of the Queen Alexandra's birdwing butterfly, we have the delicate Camberwell beauty gracefully perched on a honeysuckle plant. Its subtle yet intricate patterns blend harmoniously with nature's tapestry. The Case of British Butterflies Lepidoptera offers an enchanting glimpse into the diverse array of species found in this region. From the striking Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) basking under the warm sun on a lush plant to two monarch butterflies taking a momentary respite amidst a garden filled with colorful flowers - each sighting brings joy and wonder. The Common blue butterflies (Polyommatus icarus), bathed in morning light at Vealand Farm in Devon, UK, create an ethereal scene that seems straight out of a dream. Their azure hues shimmer against dew-kissed petals as they soak up warmth from golden rays. Not far away, another Red Admiral butterfly delicately sips nectar from Buddlia plants in Lower Saxony, Germany. Its open wings reveal intricate patterns that showcase nature's artistry while providing sustenance for these graceful creatures. British Moths also play their part within Lepidoptera's realm; their nocturnal charm adds mystery to moonlit nights as they flutter through gardens and woodlands alike. Meanwhile, across continents lies Baden-Wurttemberg in Germany where Red Admirals embark on their quest for nectar upon Common Boneset or Feverwort (Eupatorium). Against this backdrop of vibrant blooms stands Vanessa atalanta, showcasing its regal presence.