Amidst the lush greenery, breathing softly, a Jezebel painted butterfly rested peacefully on a small, unopened flower. It was the first time I saw its wings fully spread. However, when I approached, it hurriedly closed them tightly. I admired this butterfly, it didn't leave when I approached, merely closing its wings and remaining silent.
Even though its wings were closed, its charm still radiated beautifully. The butterfly's patterns were as beautiful as a painting lovingly designed by nature. White, black, yellow, and orange blended beautifully within a single frame. Beneath its stunning wings lay a million stories of its journey, from a caterpillar often considered a disgusting creature to the admired figure you see today.
The small, unopened flowers became a beautiful stage for the butterfly. The wind blew gently, and I was very close, but the butterfly didn't rush away. It remained on the flower. From this, we can see that the butterfly has grasped the secrets of nature. It knows that the person near it is not its enemy, but rather someone admiring it.
| Latin name | Delias hyparete |
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| Observation date | 7 Jan, 2026 |
| Camera used | realme 7 Pro |
| Photographers |  |
| Location | Aceh, Indonesia |
| Link to original community |
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https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/333801072
| Latitude | Longitude | Map |
|---|---|---|
| 4.695135 | 96.7493993 | https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=4.695135&mlon=96.7493993 |