Idea leuconoe butterfly, also known as the ‘Rice Paper butterfly’. It is a large butterfly with translucent white wings decorated with black veins and spots. This butterfly is native to Southeast Asia, particularly tropical rainforests and mangrove swamps. Its black and white patterns serve to warn predators of its toxicity. It is known for its ability to hover for hours on end, carried by air currents.
Photographed at the Mariposario de Benalmádena, Málaga.
Source: Google AI