Emerald Swollowtail(Papilio palinurus) for Tara by JeffG7BRJ
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Description
The Emerald Swallowtail (Papilio palinurus) is a butterfly found primarily in South East Asia and is one of the very few green butterflies around. It is also referred to as Emerald Peacock or Green-banded Peacock Swallowtail
There are several subspecies (from Burma, Borneo, Indonesis, Nias and the Philippines). Text from Wikipedia.
This particular one was I believe on its way out, getting close to its sell by date. This link shows what it should look like:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emerald_Swallowtail
Just cut and paste into your browser bar.
The next time we visit I will try and get a better one for you. The bottom picture of course is one on Alan's(artaddict2) shirt.
Thanks for stopping by for a look and for any comments you care to make.
Comments (29)
3x3
stunning shot x
Amosicho
Wonderful shot!
Mousson
Wonderful light and colors !!!
durleybeachbum
fascinating! It looks to me as though the opposite might be true, that it is recently emerged and still unfurling! Danny will know!
e-brink
Nice work! Great pictures.
CavalierLady
He does look a little worse for wear, but still a very beautiful butterfly! The curled wing edges are a surprise, I must say. Nicely captured, Jeff!
auntietk
Thank you for the closer look, my dear. There wasn't a doubt in my mind that you had these shots in your file! :) I checked the link. The specimins shown on Wiki are a bit more tidily unfurled, but your shots have better color and detail. Plenty of information here to make me happy! I had no idea there was such a beautiful irridescence on the black part of the wings. Gorgeous!!
qrud
A fascinating color butterfly. superb.
kgb224
The butterfly's is so colorful.This is a magic visit and series my friend.
MrsRatbag
Gorgeous!
Digitaleagle
An excellent macro, and a very interesting butterfly, very nicely done!!!
artaddict2
Two excellent close shots of this unusual butterfly, far better than any I have in my files of this one. This is the one that crawled right up my sleeve and onto my neck and I wasn't too happy thinking it would soon be crawling on my face lol.
flora-crassella
fantastic photos!!! Wonderful butterfly!!!
SSoffia
GORGEOUS BUTTERFLY ,LOVE THE COLORS & CAPTURE :) EXCELLENT !!!!!
delaorden_ojeda
Oooh Jeff ! , what a fantastic creature , I have nener seen one like this, beautiful colors and well captured, bravo Jeff, fantastic !!
babuci
Love the wonderful green shimmer.
3dsync
Great closeup image!! the colors are excellent
hipps13
wonderful capture and dedication, Jeff sure does bring the smiles sweet warm hug, Linda
stevey3d
Superb colour and the wing shape is very interesting! Brilliant images Jeff!
ledwolorz
Fantastic light and colors,Wonderful macro.
virginiese
fantastic model and colors.Thanks for the informations too !
mickuk50
This looks like a great day out Jeff .Excellent captures mate :o) Mick
Richardphotos
first time to see this type. we have the same class here but none like this beauty
junge1
Beautifully captured Jeff. Excellent detail and color, Sig...
lior
A beauty!
ragouc
Very good macro.
Leeco
I decided to check up on your recent postings and what a treat. First off, I have been absent for several months so I was not aware you needed to be persuaded to start posting again. I am glad you did. Secondly, I did not expect to see a bunch of butterfly pics. I don't know which was more enjoyable - seeing the beautiful butterflies or vicariously enjoying your trip. It is great to have a friend with you when such opportunities arrive. Last but not least, since getting new camera equipment - I have become more interested in the exif info that is available on some posted images. I noticed yours indicate you had focal lengths of 6 - 7 mm several times. I looked up your camera and saw nothing that indicated such short lengths. Am I missing something - how do you get 6mm focal distance with a 28mm (or there about) min focal distance lens. I am so confused, lol. My thanks to those responsible for your return and I wish you good health and many such glorious trips with friends. Lee
amota99517
Outstanding shot! Your colors are rich and vibrant.
dragonmuse
Lovely capture. Have never even seen a picture of one before. One of nature's jewels :)