It was recently discovered that the wings of this species contain a toxic substance identical to the one produced by a poisonous marine mollusc. This substance defends butterflies from predators, which recognise them by their colour, and also by their characteristic scent. The males are distinguished from the females by their completely white hindwings. With closed wings this species resembles a leaf, which allows it to avoid predators.

Africa
origin: Philippines

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