Tortoiseshell Butterfly III - Wildlife Photo

Tortoiseshell Butterfly III captures the delicate beauty of one of Britain’s most recognisable butterflies resting on a single wildflower. The soft, blurred green background brings focus to the butterfly’s intricate orange, black, and orange wing patterns, revealing the fine detail and texture of this fleeting moment in nature.

Photographed in the Buckinghamshire countryside, this wildlife photo highlights the vibrant yet fragile presence of the Tortoiseshell Butterfly — a true symbol of the British summer. The shallow depth of field and natural lighting create a calm, dreamlike quality that draws the viewer into the stillness of the scene.

Part of my macro and wildlife photography series, Tortoiseshell Butterfly III celebrates the smaller wonders of the natural world and the quiet beauty found in every corner of the English countryside.