The astonishing mimicry and hidden beauty of the Indian Leaf Butterfly (Kallima paralekta). Their wings allow them to mimic a dead leaf when closed, helping them hide from predators.
Video credit: _melissa_yung_/ig
The astonishing mimicry and hidden beauty of the Indian Leaf Butterfly (Kallima paralekta). Their wings allow them to mimic a dead leaf when closed, helping them hide from predators.
Video credit: _melissa_yung_/ig
Video source: https://www.instagram.com/p/BkbvVCMFOBU/
Further reading: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kallima_paralekta
June 24, 2018 - 565 likes, 39 comments - Melissa Yung (@_melissa_yung_) on Instagram: "Look carefully, is it just a leaf? This Indian Leaf Butterfly (Kallima paralekta) might look dul..."