Rare and iconic Atala butterflies retain an ancient pattern of wing symmetry

Nature seems to have an inexhaustible supply of inspiration when it comes to butterflies. With over 18,000 species, each with a unique geometry and color combination, butterflies look as though they’re trying their best to imitate a sunbeam that crossed paths with a prism.


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Source: Phys.org