Brown Clipper Butterflies -resting on leaf. Forest dweller flying below canopy; attracted to damp river sand; bask on branches and leaves in sunlight. Larvae feed on Modecca sp and Adenia palmata (Passifloraceae). Occur in Malaysia and Philippines
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Brown Clipper Butterflies -resting on leaf. Forest dweller flying below canopy; attracted to damp river sand; bask on branches and leaves in sunlight. Larvae feed on Modecca sp and Adenia palmata (Passifloraceae). Occur in Malaysia and Philippines
ASW-4412
Brown Clipper Butterflies - resting on leaf.
Occur in Malaysia and Philippines.
Parthenos sylvia philippensis
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Butterflies Butterfly Lepidoptera Malaysia Nymphalidae Philippines Rainforests
Nature's Winged Ballet - Brown Clipper Butterflies Take Center Stage in the Rainforest
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. In this enchanting snapshot captured by Alan Weaving, a mesmerizing dance unfolds amidst the lush greenery of Malaysia and the Philippines. ASW-4412 showcases a group of elegant brown clipper butterflies as they gracefully rest on a vibrant leaf. These forest dwellers are known for their affinity towards damp river sand, where they can be found basking on branches and leaves under the warm embrace of sunlight. With their delicate wings adorned in shades of earthy brown, these nymphalidae beauties add an exquisite touch to the already breathtaking rainforests. Their larvae have quite discerning taste buds too, feasting exclusively on Modecca sp and Adenia palmata plants from the Passifloraceae family. As if plucked straight out of a fairy tale, these Asian wonders bring life and color to their surroundings. The forest canopy becomes their stage, where they perform an aerial ballet that captivates all who witness it. Fluttering effortlessly through dense foliage, these winged creatures create moments of pure magic within nature's grand theater. Alan Weaving's stunning print immortalizes this extraordinary scene—a testament to both his skill as a photographer and Mother Nature's boundless creativity. Let yourself be transported into this whimsical world every time you gaze upon this image – an ode to wildlife at its most enchanting!
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