Morpho Collection (#2)

Blue Morpho Butterfly, Morpho peleides, on Orchid

Blue Morpho Butterfly, Morpho granadensis, wings closed and macro showing eye spots

Tropical Butterfly the Blue Morpho, Morpho peleides wings closed hanging on Orchid

Tropical Butterfly the Blue Morpho, Morpho granadensis on Caladium leaaves
Tropical Butterfly the Blue Morpho, Morpho granadensis on Caladium leaves

Blue morpho butterfly C016 / 5665
Blue morpho butterfly (Morpho cypris). This butterfly is from Central America

Butterfly scales (Morpho aega), SEM
Underside of a Morpho butterfly wing (Morpho aega) coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Unlike the scales on the topside of the wing, these are non-reflective and non-defractive

Butterfly wing scale detail, SEM
Attachment socket and pedicle of a single scale on the underside of a butterflys wing (Morpho aega), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The scale is non-reflective and non-defractive

White Morpho (Morpho polyphemus), a white butterfly of Mexico and Central America, ranging as far south as Costa Rica, Central America

Coloured SEM of wing scales of Morpho butterfly
Butterfly wing. Coloured scanning electron micro- graph (SEM) of scales on the wing of a male Morpho butterfly (family: Morphidae) found in Brazil

Case of Blue Morpho Butterflies
A case of Blue Morpho Butterflies including, closest to us, Morpho rhetenor helena, largest on top Morpho menelaus, and smallest (pale blue) lower middle, Morpho sulkowski

Blue Morpho Butterfly wing
Morpho menelaus wing close up. Morpho wings have no blue pigment, and gain their iridescent colour by reflecting incident light repeatedly at successive layers leading to interference effects

Blue Morpho Butterfly (Morpho peleide)

Sammamish Washington Tropical Butterfly photograh of Morpho peleides the Common Morpho

Blue Morpho, Morpho menelaus, adult newly emerged from pupa, captive, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America, December

Morpho Butterfly - Costa Rica
WAT-7221 MORPHO amatonte Butterfly - blue shading, wings in full view Costa Rica, Central America Morpho amatonte M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Blue Morpho Butterfly Manu Wildlife Reserve Amazon Peru
WAT-13801 Blue Morpho Butterfly Manu Wildlife Reserve Amazon Peru Morpho sp M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Blue Morpho Butterfly - resting on waterlily pads, Emmen, Holland
USH-3056 Blue Morpho Butterfly - resting on waterlily pads Dist: Central and South America, West Indies Morpho peleides limpida Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Morpho Butterfly - the color of its wings depend of the angle of the light. French Guiana
PPG-1573 Morpho Butterfly - the color of its wings depend of the angle of the light French Guiana Morpho rhetenor Pascal Goetgheluck Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Blue Morpho Butterfly - resting, showing underwing pattern. Blue colour (top of wings)
ASW-4411 Blue Morpho Butterfly - resting, showing underwing pattern. Genus occurs from Mexico to northern Argentina and southern Brazil and Trinidad

Morpho Butterfly - close-up of scales
PPG-03 Morpho Butterfly - close-up of scales Morpho rhetenor Pascal Goetgheluck Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Morpho: The Enchanting World of Blue Butterflies" Discover the mesmerizing beauty of the Morpho butterflies, known for their vibrant blue wings that captivate all who behold them. From the Morpho cypris to the Morpho rhetenor and Morpho menelaus, these species showcase nature's artistry at its finest. Intriguingly, each species possesses its own unique characteristics. The Morpho cypris, also known as the blue morpho butterfly, dazzles with its iridescent azure wings that shimmer in sunlight. Similarly stunning is the Morpho rhetenor, boasting majestic blue hues that seem to radiate an ethereal glow. Venture into Belize's Green Hills Butterfly Ranch and witness a miracle unfold as you observe delicate eggs belonging to none other than the iconic green hills butterfly ranch. These precious eggs hold within them new life waiting to emerge and grace us with their enchanting presence. The renowned Morpho peleides takes center stage as one of Costa Rica's most treasured inhabitants. Its striking blue wings adorned with intricate patterns make it a true symbol of natural wonder. Meanwhile, Cramers' blue butterfly or Menelaus morphos (Morpho menelaus) adds another touch of elegance to Central America's biodiversity. Photographed against a pristine white background in Costa Rica during March, a single Morpho peleides showcases its magnificence up close. Its vivid colors stand out against the pure backdrop, inviting us into a world where imagination meets reality. As we delve deeper into this captivating realm of butterflies, we encounter not only blues but also Adonis morphos and Pavonia anaxandra butterflies fluttering gracefully by our side. And let us not forget about the White morphos (Morpholaertes), whose angelic appearance leaves us breathless. These extraordinary creatures remind us of nature's ability to create wonders beyond our wildest dreams.