Hi
I just came mucking around the bushes in Phuket.
The insect life is very rich there especially in the
south (Promthep cape) area.

Here are a small selection of butterflies I found flying around
me. I also noticed Hawk Moths feeding during the day, a
rare occurance, as they normally feed at night, I thought
it is a humming bird - looks very interesting - All photos
using D70 + 80-400 VR lens.







The orange butterfly was taken at phuket butterfly farm and insectarium.
I do not recommend going as the place is very run down and no live
insects. All insects are dead and breaking into pieces. Entry 200Baht.


The millepede in phuket has a weapon , a prick and when you
hold its body some of them will swing around agressively and
poke you or even attempt to bite you.. These millepede are
quite large around 4 inches and has no smell unlike the small
Singapore types.
All photos here Tamron 90 Di , one hand holding over a
mineral water bottle. the other hand holding the millepede
so it won't run away.