Sep 7, 2024 | AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR, Butterflies, Nikon 1 V3, Peck Butterfly House 2024
Peck Butterfly House 2024 | Parthenos Sylvia Two Parthenos sylvia, the clipper, is a fast-flying butterfly found in South and South-East Asia, mostly in forested areas.
| Common Name | Clipper |
| Habitat | South and South-East Asia, mostly in forested areas |
| Wingspan | 3.0 to 4.2 in |
Each image from Peck Butterfly House 2024 | a 7 Image Story will be posted individually this week with a bit more narrative under category Peck Butterfly House 2024. I post an image most days at hankconrad.com.
Sep 6, 2024 | AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR, Butterflies, Nikon 1 V3, Peck Butterfly House 2024
Peck Butterfly House 2024 | Parthenos Sylvia Parthenos sylvia, the clipper, is a fast-flying butterfly found in South and South-East Asia, mostly in forested areas.
| Common Name | Clipper |
| Habitat | South and South-East Asia, mostly in forested areas |
| Wingspan | 3.0 to 4.2 in |
Each image from Peck Butterfly House 2024 | a 7 Image Story will be posted individually this week with a bit more narrative under category Peck Butterfly House 2024. I post an image most days at hankconrad.com.
Sep 5, 2024 | AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR, Butterflies, Nikon 1 V3, Peck Butterfly House 2024
Peck Butterfly House 2024 | White Peacock The White Peacock butterfly is known for its mostly-white wings that flutter through tropical environments where these butterflies maintain their territories and ensure the continuation of their species.
| Distribution | Southern United States to Argentina and throughout the West Indies. |
| Habitat | Open, humid areas; near streams, ponds, weedy fields, and gardens. |
| Wingspan | Range: 2 to 2¾ inches
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Adult Lifespan
| One to four months |
| Territory Size | Typically 15 meters in diameter. |
| Adult Diet | Pollen, petals, and flower nectar. |
Each image from Peck Butterfly House 2024 | a 7 Image Story will be posted individually this week with a bit more narrative under category Peck Butterfly House 2024. I post an image most days at hankconrad.com.
Sep 4, 2024 | AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR, Butterflies, Nikon 1 V3, Peck Butterfly House 2024
Peck Butterfly House 2024 | Zebra Longwing This butterfly’s zebra coat appearance with its bold wing coloring warns predators of their toxicity, which helps it survive longer than many other butterflies.
| Distribution | Central & South America, southern Texas, Florida; migrates north in summer. |
| Habitat | forests, tropical hammocks, fields. |
Wingspan
| Ranges between 2.83 – 3.93 inches |
| Lifespan of Adults | About 6 months. |
| Host Plants | Passionflower species for larva. |
| Adult Diet | Pollen & nectar from passionflowers. |
Each image from Peck Butterfly House 2024 | a 7 Image Story will be posted individually this week with a bit more narrative under category Peck Butterfly House 2024. I post an image most days at hankconrad.com.
Sep 3, 2024 | AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR, Butterflies, Nikon 1 V3, Peck Butterfly House 2024
Peck Butterfly House 2024 | Menelaus Blue Morpho The Blue Morphos are known for their brilliant blue wings and are a symbol of life in the Central and South American rain forests. Instead of pigments like other butterflies, the Blue Morpho’s wing color comes from microscopic wing scales that reflect light.
| Distribution | Mexico to Central & South America |
| Habitat | Forest floor in tropical forests |
| Weight | About 3 grams or .10 oz |
| Predators | Birds |
Lifespan
| Approximately 115 days |
| Diet | Flower nectar and ripe fruits |
Each image from Peck Butterfly House 2024 | a 7 Image Story will be posted individually this week with a bit more narrative under category Peck Butterfly House 2024. I post an image most days at hankconrad.com.
Sep 2, 2024 | AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR, Butterflies, Nikon 1 V3, Peck Butterfly House 2024
Peck Butterfly House 2024 | Papilio Memnon the Great The Great Mormon comes in a number of forms with definite differences between males and females. With its large wings, it lives in a several environments from forest edges to open landscapes.
| Distribution | Southern and southeastern Asia |
| Habitat | Forest edges, clearings, and landscapes. |
| Host Plants | Citrus species like pomelo |
| Adult Diet | Nectar from flowers |
Each image from Peck Butterfly House 2024 | a 7 Image Story will be posted individually this week with a bit more narrative under category Peck Butterfly House 2024. I post an image most days at hankconrad.com.
Sep 1, 2024 | AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR, Alaska Logbook, Butterflies, Nikon 1 V3, Peck Butterfly House 2024
Peck Butterfly House 2024 | Menelaus Blue Morpho Head Blue Morphos are known for their brilliant blue wings and are a symbol of life in the Central and South American rain forests.
| Distribution | Mexico to Central & South America |
| Habitat | Forest floor in tropical forests |
| Weight | About 3 grams or .10 oz |
| Predators | Birds |
Lifespan
| Approximately 115 days |
| Diet | Flower nectar and ripe fruits |
Each image from Peck Butterfly House 2024 | a 7 Image Story will be posted individually this week with a bit more narrative under category Peck Butterfly House 2024. I post an image most days at hankconrad.com.
Sep 1, 2024 | 7 Image Stories, AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR, Butterflies, Nikon 1 V3, Peck Butterfly House 2024
Peck Butterfly House 2024 | a 7 Image Story The Peck Butterfly House had the largest array of butterflies I’ve seen in several years.
Menelaus Blue Morpho Head Blue Morphos are known for their brilliant blue wings and are a symbol of life in the Central and South American rain forests. Papilio Memnon the Great The Great Mormon comes in a number of forms with definite differences between males and females. With its large wings, it lives in a several environments from forest edges to open landscapes. Menelaus Blue Morpho Instead of pigments like other butterflies, the Blue Morpho’s wing color comes from microscopic wing scales that reflect light. Zebra Longwing This butterfly’s zebra coat appearance with its bold wing coloring warns predators of their toxicity, which helps it survive longer than many other butterflies.
Each image from Peck Butterfly House 2024 | a 7 Image Story will be posted individually this week with a bit more narrative under category Peck Butterfly House 2024. I post an image most days at hankconrad.com.
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