Red Admiral Collection (#5)

Caterpillar of Red Admiral butterfly (Vanessa atalanta) on plant stalk eating leaf

Egg of Red Admiral butterfly (Vanessa atalanta), close up

Red admiral feeding on buddleia flowers
Red admiral feeding on Buddleia sp. flowers. The red admiral (Vanessa atalanta) is a well-known butterfly found in temperate Europe, Asia and North America. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in August

Vanessa atalanta, red admiral
Photograph of a the upperside of mounted specimen of a female red admiral. Ranges from Europe and N. Africa to China and Japan, also N. America

Red Admiral - Piedmont - Italy
RD-315 Red Admiral Piedmont - Italy Vanessa atalanta Giacomo Radi contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) and Comma (Polygonia c-album) adults, basking on dead leaves and branch, Dorset, England, october

Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) and Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae) adults, feeding on Michaelmas Daisy (Aster novae-angliae) flowers in garden, Powys, Wales, september

Butterfly - Red Admiral(Vanessa atalanta) Close-up / emerging

Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) adult, basking on brick wall, Powys, Wales, august

Red admiral butterfly

Red Admiral Butterfly - on teasel - UK
DAC-338 Red Admiral Butterfly - on teasel UK Vanessa atalanta David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

A Red Admiral Butterfly feeding on a flower
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Indian Red Admiral Butterfly
JLMO-2889 INDIAN RED ADMIRAL BUTTERFLY Vanessa indian callirhoe John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Red Admiral Butterfly-Feeding upon aster flowers Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-1733 Red Admiral Butterfly - Feeding upon aster flowers Lower Saxony, Germany Vanessa atalanta Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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The Red Admiral butterfly, scientifically known as Vanessa atalanta, is a stunning creature with its wings spread wide open. Its vibrant red coloration and intricate patterns make it a true marvel of nature. This particular species can be found in Lower Saxony, Germany, gracefully feeding upon Buddlia in gardens. It also seeks nectar on Common Boneset or Feverwort in Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. In New Guinea, collectors are captivated by the beauty of these butterflies and diligently work to preserve their essence through colorful lithographs. The red admiral's scientific name is mentioned again - Vanessa atalanta - emphasizing its significance among butterfly enthusiasts. These magnificent creatures can also be spotted in Oxfordshire where they feed on nectar from Hemp Agrimony. In Dorset, UK during October 2012, a Red Admiral Butterfly perches delicately on Michaelmas daisy flowers creating an enchanting scene. Art lovers may find themselves drawn to various pieces inspired by the Red Admiral's elegance and grace. A Famille Rose Erotic Subject Plate from the Yongzheng-early Qianlong period showcases delicate ceramic craftsmanship while "The Fall of the Damned" depicts an oil painting that captures the ethereal beauty of these butterflies. Nature itself becomes an artist when depicting this captivating species; "Mother Nature" creates masterpieces using pen, ink, and watercolor on paper to celebrate their existence. Joseph Banks (1743-1820), a renowned botanist and naturalist who greatly contributed to our understanding of biodiversity mentions them too - highlighting their importance within scientific circles. Even ancient Persia recognized the allure of these creatures as depicted by a woman holding a perfume flask in a print from 1928. The Red Admiral butterfly truly transcends time and cultures with its timeless beauty.