Common Buckeye butterfly

(Common) Buckeye butterflies (Junonia coenia) are relatively common at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge, Prince William County, Virginia USA. I notice them when I’m hunting for dragonflies and damselflies. They’re skittish usually, but if they cooperate I always stop for a few shots, especially when they pose against a background of complementary colors.

18 SEP 2019 | Occoquan Bay NWR | (Common) Buckeye butterfly

The Common Buckeye color palette is unusual, yet it just works. Who knew brown butterflies could be so beautiful? Definitely one of my favorites.

Tags: Common Buckeye butterfly, Junonia coenia, Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge

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2 Responses to “Common Buckeye butterfly”

Pete Hillman Says:
October 2, 2019 at 10:38 am | Reply
This is so beautiful Walter!
- waltersanford Says:
  October 2, 2019 at 5:53 pm | Reply
  Sincere thanks, Pete! I love the rich rusty shades of orange in both the butterfly and the background.

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