Menelaus Blue Morpho
Butterfly Wonderland - Scottsdale, AZ - Butterfly - The Menelaus Blue Morpho [Morpho Menelaus] is one of thirty species of butterfly in the subfamily Morphinae. Its wingspan is approximately 12 cm, and its dorsal forewings and hindwings are a bright, iridescent blue edged with black, while the ventral surfaces are brown. Its iridescent wings are an area of interest in research because of its unique microstructure. Due to its characteristic blue color, Morpho Menelaus is considered highly valuable among collectors and was widely hunted in the 20th century. However, deforestation remains the main threat to the survival of this species. [Wiki]
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Arnold Dubin
on December 28, 2018Terrific close-up of this butterfly.
BIRDS-WILDLIFE-AUSTRALIA
on December 28, 2018Very beautiful close-up !! What stunning patterns and colours, from the insect and the plant world !! Superb capture !
Tony Porter Photography
on December 28, 2018Nice! awesome colors
Greg&Rose Photography
on December 27, 2018Stunning capture of this beautiful butterfly Rick
Byron Fair Photography
on December 27, 2018Beautiful shot.
Lgood
on December 26, 2018Wow, that's a beauty and so very well taken.
Gene Hyder
on December 26, 2018Outstanding shot.
fotoeffects
on December 26, 2018Superb detail!
malcolmjenkinsphotography
on December 26, 2018Nice shot Rick. Have a a happy New Year.
Howard's Photography
on December 26, 2018Beautiful capture!