Mountain Apollo Collection

RF - Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) nectaring on flower. North Tyrol, Austria. June. Focus stacked image. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Mountain apollo, Parnassius apollo, vulnerable, small apollo, Parnassius phoebus, and clouded apollo
FLO4670939 Mountain apollo, Parnassius apollo, vulnerable, small apollo, Parnassius phoebus, and clouded apollo, Parnassius mnemosyne

Apollo or mountain apollo butterfly, caterpillar and pupa, Parnassius apollo (Papilio apollo). Vulnerable
FLO4683367 Apollo or mountain apollo butterfly, caterpillar and pupa, Parnassius apollo (Papilio apollo). Vulnerable. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) female laying eggs on branch. Parainen, Finland. July

Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) Nordtirol, Austrian Alps. June

Male Mountain apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) nectaring on wildflower, Finland. July

Apollo (Parnassius apollo) butterfly female in flight over field, sphragis present following copulation. Pargas, Aboland, Finland. July 2019

Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) on knapweed flower, Aosta Valley, Gran Paradiso National Park, Italy

Apollo butterfly (Parnasius apollo) feeding on flower, Mount Terminillo, Rieti, Lazio, Italy, July 2011

An Apollo Butterfly (Parnassius Apollo) Seeks Nectar From A Daisy; Astoria, Oregon, United States Of America

Apollo -Parnassius apollo- butterfly, Kleinziegenfelder Valley, Franconian Switzerland, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Apollo or Mountain Apollo butterfly -Parnassius apollo-, detail of wing spots, Germany

Apollo or Mountain Apollo -Parnassius apollo- butterfly sitting on a grass lily, Germany

Apollo Butterfly -Parnassius apollo-, Tyrolean Oberland, Tyrol, Austria

Apollo or Mountain Apollo butterfly -Parnassius apollo-, Eichstaett, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Butterflies, 18th century artwork C016 / 6077
Butterflies, 18th century artwork. Seen here are the apollo (Parnassius apollo), large blue (Maculinea arion) and small copper (Lycaena phlaeas) butterflies

Apollo butterfly C016 / 2229
Apollo (Parnassius apollo) butterfly. This butterfly is native to the mountains of Europe. Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Mountain apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo nevadensis). This is a subspecies of the mountain apollo, named for the Sierra Nevada mountains of Spain. This specimen is from Bronchales, Spain

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The majestic Mountain Apollo butterfly, scientifically known as Parnassius apollo, is a breathtaking sight to behold. With its striking wings adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors, this species captivates nature enthusiasts around the world. In North Tyrol, Austria, the RF-Apollo butterfly can be seen gracefully nectaring on a delicate flower. The picturesque Austrian Alps provide a stunning backdrop for this ethereal creature in June. Meanwhile, in Parainen, Finland, a female Apollo butterfly diligently lays her eggs on a branch. This act of nurturing ensures the continuation of their species amidst the tranquil Finnish landscape. During July in Finland's wildflower-filled meadows, male they can be spotted indulging in sweet nectar from vibrant blooms. Their presence adds an enchanting touch to the already beautiful scenery. In flight over fields or perched atop knapweed flowers in Aosta Valley's Gran Paradiso National Park in Italy or Mount Terminillo in Lazio region respectively; Apollo butterflies showcase their elegance and gracefulness as they flutter through open spaces. Across continents and oceans to Astoria, Oregon in the United States of America; these magnificent creatures traverse great distances seeking sustenance from daisies. Their resilience and adaptability are truly remarkable. Traveling further east to Kleinziegenfelder Valley within Franconian Switzerland of Bavaria Germany; we witness another mesmerizing encounter with an Apollo butterfly. Its wing spots intricately detailed against lush greenery serve as nature's masterpiece. Zooming closer into detail reveals that each spot on their wings tells a unique story - one that speaks volumes about their survival strategies and evolutionary journey throughout time. These minute details make every encounter with them even more special. Finally settling down upon grass lilies once again within Germany; these resilient butterflies find solace amidst blades of emerald-green foliage, and is here where they rest momentarily before continuing their perpetual dance across landscapes far and wide.