The chrysalis of many butterfly species become translucent before the adult hatches. In case of male Orange Tip butterflies (Anthocharis cardamines) the sight is particularly beautiful.
This specimen was raised from egg to adult butterfly. The second shot presents a freshly hatched female Orange Tip, drying its wings before taking off for its first flight.
Chrysalis of the Orange Tip before hatching
Freshly hatched female Orange Tip
