Peacock Butterfly Collection (page 4)

Peacock Butterfly

Butterfly (Lepidoptera)

Peacock Butterfly (Aglais io) caterpillar perching on a Common Nettle (Urtica dioica), Zalkerbos, Overijssel, The Netherlands

Peacock Butterfly Inachis io sunning on garden wall UK spring

Butterflies and hyacinths

Illustration of a peacock butterfly

Emerald swallowtail (Papilio palinurus)
Other names for this butterfly are Emerald Peacock, or Green-banded Peacock

Peacock butterfly on dahlia Akita

Peacock-Butterfly

Peacock-Butterfly and Chrysalis

Peacock butterfly perching on tree trunk, thin legs camouflaging against bark

Peacock butterfly

Peacock butterfly (Inachis io) with wings closed, side view

Peacock butterfly. Newly emerged peacock butterfly (Inachis io) resting on a dock (Rumex sp.) leaf. These butterflies get their name from the large and colourful eyespots on their wings

Peacock butterfly on a leaf
Peacock butterfly (Inachis io) resting on a leaf. These butterflies get their name from the large and colourful eyespots on their wings, which resemble those on the tail of the peacock

Peacock butterfly C017 / 8343
Peacock butterfly (Inachis io). This is the imago (final stage of the life cycle), showing all four wings opened with their eye patterns. It has a wingspan of 50 to 55 millimetres

Peacock butterfly caterpillar C017 / 8342
Peacock butterfly caterpillar. Larval stage in the life cycle of the peacock butterfly (Inachis io). This caterpillar is fully grown after its fourth moult

Peacock butterfly C016 / 4949
Peacock butterfly (Inachis io), mounted specimen. This specimen is part of the collections of the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Larvae of Peacock butterflies C016 / 3554
Larvae of Peacock butterflies (Inachis io) on Stinging Nettles (Urtica dioica)

Peacock butterfly (Inachis io) on Wild daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus), Wiltshire, England

Macrophotograph of Peacock butterfly
Peacock butterfly (Inachis io) wing scales, macrophotograph. These scales make up the patterning on the wing of a butterfly. The scales may be lost without hindering the butterfly in flight

Pinned specimen of peacock butterfly, Inachis io
Peacock butterfly. Pinned specimen of the peacock butterfly Inachis io. This butterfly displays insect mimicry in having brightly coloured upper wings with eyespots

Butterfly scales, light micrograph
Butterfly scales. Light micrograph of wing scales from the peacock butterfly (Inachis io). The scales are modified hairs, or setae, and are made of chitin, a common substance in insect exoskeletons

Peacock Butterfly - on Dandelion
ME-1884 Peacock Butterfly - on Dandelion Inachis io Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Peacock butterfly (Inachis io), resting on garden flowers, Wallington Hall garden, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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The Peacock Butterfly, scientifically known as Inachis io, is a true marvel of nature. With its vibrant and eye-catching wings, it captivates the hearts of collectors and enthusiasts alike. In New Guinea, a collector carefully observes these beautiful butterflies in their natural habitat. The scene comes alive with a burst of colors - the vivid lithograph capturing every intricate detail. Feeding on Field Scabious, the Peacock Butterfly gracefully flutters from flower to flower. Its delicate proboscis delicately sips nectar, while its wings shimmer in the sunlight. It's a mesmerizing sight that showcases nature's perfect harmony. Basking on a fallen tree in Southwest London, England, this majestic butterfly takes a moment to soak up warmth from the sun's rays. Against the backdrop of spring blossoms and lush greenery, it becomes an emblem of renewal and beauty. Amongst corn marigolds stands another group of Peacock Butterflies indulging in their favorite feast. Glebionis segetum provides nourishment for these winged wonders as they dance through meadows with grace and elegance. Seeking sustenance once more, this time among Goat Willow catkins; our colorful friend finds solace amidst Salix caprea branches. Its presence adds life to the serene landscape while reminding us of Mother Nature's bounty. In art galleries worldwide, depictions of butterflies have long been celebrated for their ethereal charm. From ceramic plates featuring Famille Rose Erotic Subjects to oil paintings like "The Fall of Damned, " artists immortalize these creatures' allure forevermore. Joseph Banks himself was fascinated by these enchanting insects during his explorations around 18th-century Australia. His journals speak volumes about his admiration for their delicate beauty and ecological significance. Even ancient Persia recognized the allure held by butterflies as depicted in an exquisite print showing a woman holding a perfume flask adorned with butterfly motifs - symbolizing the ephemeral nature of life's pleasures.