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Apollo Butterfly Collection

The Apollo butterfly, scientifically known as Parnassius apollo, is a stunning creature that captivates with its vibrant colors and delicate wings

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: RF - Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) nectaring on flower. North Tyrol, Austria

RF - Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) nectaring on flower. North Tyrol, Austria. June. Focus stacked image. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Butterflies, hand-colored lithograph, published in 1880

Butterflies, hand-colored lithograph, published in 1880
1) Lobster Moth (Stauropus fagi), 2) Lappet (Gastropacha quercifolia), 3) Oak Processionary (Thaumetopoea processionea), 4) Apollo (Parnassius apollo), 5) Pine-tree Lappet (Dendrolimus pini)

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) female laying eggs on branch. Parainen, Finland

Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) female laying eggs on branch. Parainen, Finland. July

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) Nordtirol, Austrian Alps. June

Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) Nordtirol, Austrian Alps. June

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Male Mountain apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) nectaring on wildflower, Finland. July

Male Mountain apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) nectaring on wildflower, Finland. July

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Apollo Butterfly, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)

Apollo Butterfly, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999498 Apollo Butterfly, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la)

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Beatiful butterflies (coloured engraving)

Beatiful butterflies (coloured engraving)
997818 Beatiful butterflies (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Apollo (Parnassius apollo) butterfly female in flight over field

Apollo (Parnassius apollo) butterfly female in flight over field, sphragis present following copulation. Pargas, Aboland, Finland. July 2019

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) on knapweed flower, Aosta Valley, Gran Paradiso National Park

Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) on knapweed flower, Aosta Valley, Gran Paradiso National Park, Italy

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Apollo butterfly (Parnasius apollo) feeding on flower, Mount Terminillo, Rieti, Lazio

Apollo butterfly (Parnasius apollo) feeding on flower, Mount Terminillo, Rieti, Lazio, Italy, July 2011

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: An Apollo Butterfly (Parnassius Apollo) Seeks Nectar From A Daisy; Astoria, Oregon

An Apollo Butterfly (Parnassius Apollo) Seeks Nectar From A Daisy; Astoria, Oregon, United States Of America

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Apollo butterflies engraving 1853

Apollo butterflies engraving 1853
Book of the World 1853

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Tiger moths butterflies engraving 1853

Tiger moths butterflies engraving 1853
Book of the World 1853

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Looper moths butterflies engraving 1853

Looper moths butterflies engraving 1853
Book of the World 1853

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Apollo -Parnassius apollo- butterfly, Kleinziegenfelder Valley, Franconian Switzerland, Bavaria

Apollo -Parnassius apollo- butterfly, Kleinziegenfelder Valley, Franconian Switzerland, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Apollo Butterfly -Parnassius apollo-, Tyrolean Oberland, Tyrol, Austria

Apollo Butterfly -Parnassius apollo-, Tyrolean Oberland, Tyrol, Austria

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Butterflies, 18th century artwork C016 / 6077

Butterflies, 18th century artwork C016 / 6077
Butterflies, 18th century artwork. Seen here are the apollo (Parnassius apollo), large blue (Maculinea arion) and small copper (Lycaena phlaeas) butterflies

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Apollo butterfly C016 / 3494

Apollo butterfly C016 / 3494
Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) settled on a rock in the Maritime Alps, France

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Parnassius apollo Linnaeus, Papilionidae; Maculinea arion Li

Parnassius apollo Linnaeus, Papilionidae; Maculinea arion Li
And Lycaena phlaeas Linnaeus, Lycaenidae. Classis II Tab XLV from Insecten-Belustigung 1746-61, Volume 3 by August Johann R� von Rosenhof (1705-1759)

Background imageApollo Butterfly Collection: Butterfly preparation

Butterfly preparation. Scientist preparing a dead apollo butterfly (Parnassius tianshanicus) for mounting. Photographed at Universita degli Studi, Facolta di Agraria di Portici, Naples, Italy


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The Apollo butterfly, scientifically known as Parnassius apollo, is a stunning creature that captivates with its vibrant colors and delicate wings. This rare species can be found in various locations across Europe, including North Tyrol in Austria and Parainen in Finland. In 1880, a hand-colored lithograph was published showcasing the beauty of these butterflies. The image depicted an Apollo butterfly gracefully nectaring on a flower in North Tyrol, Austria. The intricate details captured by the artist truly brought this magnificent creature to life. Another captivating scene shows a female Apollo butterfly laying eggs on a branch in Parainen, Finland. This act symbolizes the continuation of their species and highlights their importance within the ecosystem. During June in Nordtirol's Austrian Alps, one can witness the enchanting sight of numerous Apollo butterflies fluttering around. Their presence adds an ethereal touch to the already breathtaking landscape. In July, male Mountain Apollo butterflies can be seen nectaring on wildflowers in Finland. These vibrant insects bring bursts of color to nature's canvas and create an awe-inspiring spectacle for all who are fortunate enough to witness it. Dating back to 1833-39, there exists a colored engraving depicting the majestic Apollo Butterfly. This artwork showcases its elegance and serves as a reminder of our fascination with these creatures throughout history. Butterflies have long been admired for their beauty and gracefulness. A colored engraving from an earlier period (1783-1806) captures this sentiment perfectly by displaying various types of beautiful butterflies including Apollos among others. A female Apollo butterfly is captured mid-flight over a field—a testament to its agility and freedom amidst nature's vast expanse. Its wings effortlessly carry it through the air while adding splashes of color against the backdrop of green fields below. The Aosta Valley within Gran Paradiso National Park provides yet another picturesque setting where an Apollo butterfly perches on a knapweed flower.