Danaus chrysippus, also known at the plain tiger, can be found throughout Asia, Australia, & Africa. The plain tiger is believed to be one of the first butterflies depicted in art. A 3500-year old Egyptian fresco in Luxor features the oldest known illustration of this species.
The background photo was taken by MyMy Butterfly at St. Roch Cemetery in New Orleans, Louisiana.
This specimen is encased in a 3"x4" frame.
