The
Peacock butterfly (
Inachis io) is a widespread butterfly species, found in Europe and temperate Asia, as far east as Japan. It has a wingspan of 50–55 mm (2.0–2.2 in). The base-colour of the wings is a rusty red, and at each wingtip it bears a distinctive
eyespot, which has been much studied for its role as an anti-predator mechanism.
Photo: Korall