Rice Paper (captive bred)
Idea leuconoe

f22 @ 1/60s, ISO:100, Nikon D80 w 17-55mm @ 55mm


"Idea leuconoe," Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Idea leuconoe, the paper kite, rice paper or large tree nymph, is known especially for its presence in butterfly houses and live butterfly expositions. It has a wingspan of 12 to 14 cm. The paper kite is of Southeast Asian origin, but can also be found in Northern Australia and Southern Taiwan. The paper kite butterfly's forewings and hindwings are translucent silvery white with black spots, similar to the Idea lynceus.
The Butterfly Farm, Grand Cayman, Caribbean
 
01/07/2008