Parental Care

[Bluebottle]

Shot this worn and tattered butterfly guarding her young. I am sure she will give me a smack on the head if I disturb her young or get a bit more closer ;P . First time seeing this wonderful behaviour on the field.

I think it is Hypolimnas anomala anomala, (Malayan Eggfly).

http://i462.photobucket.com/albums/qq342/pfloke/Butterfly/IMG_8639p.jpg?t=1270367175

And some larva in 2,3 instar found on the same tree
http://i462.photobucket.com/albums/qq342/pfloke/Butterfly/IMG_8636p.jpg?t=1270367232

[Commander]

Great behavioral shot, Loke! :thumbsup: The females are usually photographed guarding her eggs. Yours is the first shot I've seen with the cats there! Usually, the female dies standing guard there... so sad. :-(

[Banded Yeoman]

Wah, so touching!

[Great Mormon]

Mum's the best! :bsmile:

[Wanderer]

Wah, so touching!

yeap. you have a great mum too:) watching over you as you shoot the butterflies.

[Leopard Lacewing]

Good catch, Loke! :cheers:

Cheers!