The Butterflies on the Tree
Hey everyone! I noticed there have been a lot of searches for “tree” and “butterfly,” so I thought I’d give you all some info on the picture :)
The butterflies are Blue Morphos, which are indigenous to the South American rainforest. Each year, millions of these beautiful creatures migrate north to the equator to stay warm – the South American version of our migrating Monarchs. This rare and captivating picture was taken by one of my favorite nature photographers, and depicts the butterflies resting on a large tree in northern Brazil.
Blue morphos are my favorite kind of butterfly, and they have deep spiritual meaning as well: in traditional eastern cultures, butterflies are interpreted as the manifestation of the soul, and that when a person is born, there is a corresponding butterfly that lives alongside them. When people choose a favorite color or favorite butterfly, it is because that is the color of their soul’s butterfly. And I think that’s a pretty awesome myth :D
1 responses to “The Butterflies on the Tree”
Ginger *:)
April 13th, 2011 at 08:39
I have seen only one of these beautiful creatures. I was walking alone in a small forest near Rio in Brazil and one kept flying from leaf to leaf. I almost thought I was seeing things. It was so BLUE and so quiet. Leaf cutter ants crossed my path at the same time, carrying their cargo.
It was a magical afternoon. Your photo is food for the soul.