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European Peacock


European Peacock
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Copyright: Paras Bhalla (parasbhalla) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 317 W: 0 N: 815] (3190)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-07-24
Categories: Insects
Camera: Sony Cybershot DSC P150
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/400 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-09-16 1:12
Viewed: 216
Points: 20
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(WiKiPedia) Information on Inachis io (European Peacock butterfly):

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
(unranked): Rhopalocera
Superfamily: Papilionoidea
Family: Nymphalidae
Subfamily: Nymphalinae
Tribe: Nymphalini
Genus: Nymphalis
Species: N. io

The European Peacock butterfly more commonly known as the Peacock butterfly, is a well-known colourful butterfly, found in temperate Europe and Asia. It is the only member of the genus Inachis which is sometimes included in Nymphalis. It should not be confused or classified with the "American peacocks" in the genus Anartia; these are not close relatives of the present species. The peacock butterfly is resident in much of its range, often wintering in buildings or trees. It therefore often appears quite early in spring.

The butterfly hibernates over winter before laying its eggs in early spring, in batches of up to 500 at a time. The caterpillars, which are shiny black with six rows of barbed spikes and a series of white dots on each segment, hatch after about a week and feed on nettles and hops.

Reproduction and Food:

The adult butterflies drink nectar from a wide variety of flowering plants, including buddleia, willows, dandelions, wild marjoram, danewort, hemp agrimony, and clover; they also utilize tree sap and rotten fruit.

The Peacock can be found in woods, fields, meadows, pastures, parks, and gardens, and from lowlands up to 8,200 feet (2,500 m) elevation. It is a relatively common butterfly seen in many European parks and gardens.

Reference(s):

Stevens, Martin (2005): The role of eyespots as anti-predator mechanisms, principally demonstrated in the Lepidoptera. Biol. Rev. 80(4): 573–588. doi: 10.1017/S1464793105006810.
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great composition. nice sharpness, nice contrast, perfect lighting. thank you for sharing, congrats.

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  • lousat Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1978 W: 6 N: 5527] (19673)
  • [2009-09-16 4:16]

Hi Paras,i think isn't possible to make a pic better than your for a Peacock.Impressive close-up,the best point of view,great colors and top quality's sharpness...for me is enough.ehehe....my best compliments,have a nice day,LUCIANO

Ciao Paras. Great POV for the queen of colours. Stunning details and splendid light.

Roberto

Excellent macro shot of this very beautfull butterfly, very sharp details, nice colors and fine POV,
TFS, regards,
Nikos.

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  • joska Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 411 W: 0 N: 1022] (5516)
  • [2009-09-16 11:20]

Interesting composition, very nice colors and details!

No es fácil captar esas texturas y colores, menos aún acercándose tanto, pero lo conseguiste !
Saludos.

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  • KOMSIS Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 238 W: 0 N: 588] (2001)
  • [2009-09-16 15:57]

Hi Paras,
Cross-docking, beautiful butterfly ...
Sharp detail and vibrant colors perfect.
Best wishes,
Seyfi

Hello Paras,

a nice picture from these beautiful butterfly with good pov.
Beautiful colours.

Gert

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  • siggi Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1378 W: 56 N: 4747] (16330)
  • [2009-09-16 22:47]

Hello Paras,
This image is nicely composed, focused, rich saturated colors,and has a pleasnt BG.
Well done.
Best regards Siggi

Hello Paras
excellent close-up shot of this peacock, the colors are very well reproduced and the details are very sharp, i like his pose wings wide open very much
Have a good night
Jacqueline

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  • foozi Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1339 W: 0 N: 2575] (9085)
  • [2009-09-17 20:07]

Hi Paras,
beautiful composition. the exciting bright colours really stand out here.
the full spread wing is indeed a treasure here. you have done very well in executing this shot.

regards,
Foozi

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