The underwings of a giant / pale Owl butterfly – very close up.

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A very close up, macro shot of the underwings of a giant or pale owl butterfly (Caligo telamonius memnon) resting on a tree. See in detail the beautiful markings including what looks like a snake’s head at the tip of the forewing. 4K locked tripod shot. (Ref. Insect 82)

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A close up of a tiger longwing butterfly resting on a leaf.

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A very close up shot of a Tiger Longwing butterfly (Heliconius hecale), also known as a Hecale longwing, golden longwing or golden heliconian. See this beautiful insect in detail, including its black, white and copper colouring on its underwings and its black and white spotted thorax. 4K locked tripod shot. (Ref. Insect 77)

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A close up of a tiger longwing butterfly resting with its wings open.

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A very close up shot of a Tiger Longwing butterfly (Heliconius hecale), also known as a Hecale longwing, golden longwing or golden heliconian. See this beautiful insect in detail, including its beautiful black and white spotted forewings, copper colouring on its hindwings and the white tips to its antenna. 4K locked tripod shot. (Ref. Insect 77)

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