Butterflies from the Auckland Museum collection

An owl butterfly(calligo species) from the Auckland Museum's butterfly collection, known for their huge spots that resemble eyes.

An owl butterfly(calligo species) from the Auckland Museum collection. The species are found in Central and South America.

Rajah Brooke's birdwing butterflies (Trogonoptera brookiana species) from the Auckland Museum's butterfly collection. These butterflies are protected and can be intercepted by DoC at the border.

The viceroy (Limenitis archippus) - its colour and pattern mimic the monarch butterfly.