Jul 13th, 2015

White peacock (Anartia jatrophae) Butterfly

A white peacock (Anartia jatrophae) butterfly resting with his wings open on a leaf. His clubbed antennas are easy to distinguish.

White peacock (Anartia jatrophae) butterfly resting with his wings open on a leaf. His clubbed antennas are easy to distinguish as well as his slender body.

Hilaire Ashworth is an Assistant Butterfly Curator in the Butterflies LIVE! exhibit. Here are a few more facts about her: Q: If you were a butterfly, which one would you be? A: Bat Wing (Atrophaneura semperi)! I love the vibrant red against the black and white wings. Q: What do you do in your spare time? A: I spend most of my spare time with my adopted street cat and organic gardening. However, I love rock climbing, hiking, and spending as much time outdoors as I possibly can.

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