European peacock butterfly (Aglais io), wings extended, resting on a butterfly bush. This perching behaviour can be to find mates or defend territory.

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Size: 3000px × 2250px
Location: London
Photo credit: © Paula Hammond / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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