Two more from the Philippines
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Two more from the Philippines
One of the 'Grass Yellows', I think, probably Common GY. They rarely rest, and then usually deep in the vegetation - I was very lucky with this one. These are the most amazing islands - massive development everywhere, but pockets of forest with the most astonishing butterflies. Sadly, few allow photo opportunities, but hope springs eternal....
More soon, with luck,
Tony M.
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Re: Two more from the Philippines
Your first butterfly is, as you say, a birdwing, Troides rhadamantus. What a treat!! It seems to be called the 'golden birdwing' on the web.
I wouldn't dare try to identify the Eurema species without a field guide specifically to Philippine butterflies, but it certainly seems compatible with Eurema hecabe, the common grass yellow, which flies throughout the Old World tropical regions.
Brilliant stuff.
Guy
I wouldn't dare try to identify the Eurema species without a field guide specifically to Philippine butterflies, but it certainly seems compatible with Eurema hecabe, the common grass yellow, which flies throughout the Old World tropical regions.
Brilliant stuff.
Guy
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Re: Two more from the Philippines
Very nice exotic photos Tony. A pleasure to contemplate.
Chris
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Re: Two more from the Philippines
I'm enjoying all of your Philippine butterfly pictures. It's great to see something different!
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Re: Two more from the Philippines
Thanks, Guys,
I'm enjoying finding them, frustrating though it often is.
Tony.
I'm enjoying finding them, frustrating though it often is.
Tony.