This insect was uncovered as hoax by John Curtis. It is infact a European brimstone butterfly with patches carefully painted on its wings. Specimen from the Linnean Society photographed by the NHM.
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Creative#:
TOP23863233
Source:
達志影像
Authorization Type:
RM
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