Peacock butterfly. Newly emerged peacock butterfly (Inachis io) resting on a dock (Rumex sp.) leaf. These butterflies get their name from the large an

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Peacock butterfly. Newly emerged peacock butterfly (Inachis io) resting on a dock (Rumex sp.) leaf. These butterflies get their name from the large and colourful eyespots on their wings, which resemble those on the tail of the peacock. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in August.

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