Common Birdwing

The Common Birdwing, Troides helena, is a beautiful and large butterfly belonging to the Swallowtail (Papilionidae family). It is often found in the wildlife trade due to its popularity with butterfly collectors.

Canon EOS 40D ,Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
1/80s f/5.6 at 300.0mm ISO800

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Common Rose

The Common Rose (Atrophaneura aristolochiae) is a swallowtail butterfly. It is a common butterfly which is extensively distributed across South and South East Asia.



Canon EOS 40D ,Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
1/200s f/5.6 at 300.0mm ISO800

Technorati Tags: 'Common Rose' 'Atrophaneura aristolochiae' singapore sentosa papilionidae lepidoptera

Fill up my cup with the morning dew....

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The onset of winters greets one with diamonds carpeting the grass and flowers. this bee was merrily feasting on nectar that was collected in this flower......