Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Museums > Natural History Museum
Morpho menelaus, Amazonian butterfly
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Morpho menelaus, Amazonian butterfly
An iridescent butterfly from the Amazon. Specimen from display at the Natural History Museum at Tring, part of the Natural History Museum, London
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 8606013
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10710749
Amazon Amazonian Arthropod Arthropoda Brush Footed Butterfly Butterflies Butterfly Four Footed Butterfly Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Iridescent Lepidoptera Lepidopteran Morpho Nymphalidae Blue Morpho Blue Morpho Butterfly Invertebrata Morpho Menelaus
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Insects
> Butterflies
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Museums
> Natural History Museum
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> Natural History Museum
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "The Enchanting Blue Morpho Menelaus: An Amazonian Marvel" 2.. Welcome to the captivating world of the Blue Morpho Menelaus, an iridescent marvel from the lush Amazon rainforest. This stunning specimen, on display at the esteemed Natural History Museum at Tring, part of the Natural History Museum in London, showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the Blue Morpho butterfly, a member of the Nymphalidae family and the Lepidopteran order. The Blue Morpho Menelaus, also known as the Cramer's Blue or Four-footed Butterfly, is a true hexapod arthropod, belonging to the class Invertebrata. Its vibrant blue wings, adorned with intricate black veins, shimmer with an ethereal brilliance that is a sight to behold. This brush-footed butterfly, with its six legs, is a testament to the rich biodiversity of the Amazon region. The Blue Morpho Menelaus undergoes a remarkable transformation during its life cycle. As a caterpillar, it feeds on the leaves of various host plants. Once it has completed its development, it forms a chrysalis, or pupa, from which it emerges as an adult butterfly. The adult butterfly, with its iridescent wings, is a symbol of the Amazon's enchanting natural beauty and the intricate balance of its ecosystem. The Blue Morpho Menelaus is just one of the many wonders that can be found in the Amazon rainforest. Its presence serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and protecting the world's natural habitats, ensuring that future generations can continue to marvel at the beauty and diversity of the natural world. So, take a moment to appreciate this breathtaking Blue Morpho Menelaus, a true Amazonian treasure. Its iridescent wings, a symphony of blue and black, remind us of the magic and wonder that lies within the natural world.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.