The male Diadem Butterfly is totally different in appearance to the female with mimics the Monarch. T
The male Diadem Butterfly is totally different in appearance to the female with mimics the Monarch. The bold black and white markings of the male are also a deterrent to predators as the flase colouration is in itself a defense when it startles attackers.
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Location: Katavi National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
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