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THE WORLD OF BUTTERFLIES

As you follow the adventures of Jose, Mary and the newsroom staff, take a look at caterpillars and butterflies and the role they play in our world. We will take you on a fascinating discovery of the butterfly and the unique process of metamorphosis. Find out why caterpillars are extremely fussy eaters. We also introduce you to a fascinating fly that the French have put to work. 1500 word article, which may be run as a series, and selection of 4 color images available for publication. You may see the caption by clicking on the photo. We will provide you with the 2 hi resolution photographs of your choice and the article by FTP or e-mail. Credit and Copyright obligatory. Article Copyright Patricia Valicenti/Sardine Features. Photographs Copyright Francis Apesteguy/Sardine Features. For one time editorial use only. To obtain the story and print-quality photographs please contact us at: sardinefeatures@wanadoo.fr Tel: + 33 1 43 36 52 64.

R018_005 -- The postman butterfly (Heliconius melpomene) from South America -- © Francis Apesteguy/Sardine Features
Postman Butterfly
R018_018 -- Monarch butterflies in their pupae as their colors begin to glimmer through. -- © Francis Apesteguy/Sardine Features
Metamorphosis
R018_032 -- Common morpho butterfly (Morpho peleides) Central and South America. -- © Francis Apesteguy/Sardine Features
Morpho Butterfly
R018_039 -- The caterpillar of the Samia ricini moth. -- © Francis Apesteguy /Sardine Features
Caterpillar