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"Danaus petilia" is a species of butterfly in the nymphalid Danainae subfamily. It a migratory species which is found in Australia and in tropical countries. Its larvae feed on native and introduced cotton bush species.

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Ernst
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Uploaded May 5, 2025. Captured Dec 10, 2017 14:14 in 667 Lake Manchester Rd, Lake Manchester QLD 4306, Australia.
  • Canon EOS 700D
  • f/25.0
  • 1/128s
  • ISO3200
  • 70mm