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I had always assumed that the Cleopatra had closed wings when at rest like our Brimstone. Recently, in southern Greece my wife watched a male Cleo land and stretch its wings wide for a few seconds before flying off. Sadly, too quickly for a photograph. Any thoughts anyone?

Tony M.

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I met you once Tony - Collard Down I think.

You must be as old as me. Keep going.

Jack

That's right, Jack, I remember it well (unlike most other things!). Still hanging in there like you. Keep rocking!

Tony M.

Cleopatra (Gonepteryx cleopatra) Drôme. But where is Antony.

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Thanks, Medard, very interesting.

Tony M.