On the fresh green leaves, I found a common bushbrown butterfly, known in Latin as Mycalesis perseus. This butterfly belongs to the Nymphalidae family. I found it perched peacefully on the leaf. I approached it slowly to avoid frightening it and making it flee. It's one of those butterflies that's not easy to approach at close range.
This butterfly's color is very beautiful a dark brown that looks very soft, like velvet. What's even more striking about this butterfly is the pattern on its wingtips. The pattern is very unique, resembling eyes arranged neatly on the tips of its wings. The pattern is jet black, with a white dot in the center and a golden ring around the edges. It's truly beautiful.
This unique pattern isn't just for beautifying its wings; it's also one of its primary defenses against enemies. It could be said that these false eyes are used to deceive enemies who try to attack it. In a world full of danger and competition, this butterfly understands that beauty can be a shield.
Throughout our encounter, its wings were tightly closed, completely motionless. It was as if it knew that beauty doesn't always require movement. This butterfly typically spends its time in grass, dry leaves, and damp soil.
| Latin name | Mycalesis perseus |
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| Observation date | 11 Jul, 2025 |
| Camera used | realme 7 Pro |
| Photographers | @reachdreams |
| Location | Aceh, Indonesia |
| Link to original community |
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https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/296926902
| Latitude | Longitude | Map |
|---|---|---|
| 4.695135 | 96.7493993 | https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=4.695135&mlon=96.7493993 |