The Glasswing - Nymphalidae Transparent-winged Butterfly
by Christy Cox
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The Glasswing - Nymphalidae Transparent-winged Butterfly
Artist
Christy Cox
Medium
Photograph - Photography
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The Glasswing, Nymphalidae Transparent-winged, Butterfly is native to South America, yet can be found from Panama to Mexico. The tiny transparent wings allow for a unique way to be camouflaged from predators.
"The Glasswing - Nymphalidae Transparent-winged Butterfly" © by Christy Cox Photography - the beauty of nature
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Groovy Butterflies 09/27/2015
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June 6th, 2015
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Comments (59)
Maggie Terlecki
Such a great capture with the Glasswing butterfly so beautifully in focus! Wonderful photography!
Reynold Jay
I must say , I have never seen a transparent winged butterfly, Christy. Lovely as one could ever imagine. FAV
John Wills
Wow. Such a delicate creation. So much beauty in the simple geometry, spectacular capture.
Christy Cox
Thank you so very much Anita for featuring "The Glasswing - Nymphalidae Transparent-winged Butterfly" in Groovy Butterflies! Wonderful honor!!
EricaMaxine Price
What a perfect specimen my dear friend! I wish we had them up here... would be great to go hunting for them!