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Kallima inachus
The Orange Oakleaf or Dead Leaf (Kallima inachus) is a nymphalid butterfly found in tropical Asia from India to Japan. With wings closed, it closely resembles a dry leaf with dark veins and is a spectacular example of camouflage.
Spotted in a Butterfly Garden in Bangkok.
Drying it's wings off after a heavy shower of rain.
Spotted on Mar 3, 2013
Submitted on Mar 4, 2013
7 Comments
thanks ToshimiDowaki and OnengDyah
thanks Luis, Leanne and Rieko...
Pretty..nice pic..
Wonderful series! Welcome to Bangkok!
Beautiful!
What a beauty Pam! Great spotting!
This is a great spotting Pam! It is great looking in both views.