Charles Darwin studies on his expedition a Blue Morpho (Morpho peleides) in his tent.
But how might the blue morpho have perceived its counterpart in the mirror image?
In addition to aspects of evolution, Darwin was already concerned in interpreting the behavior of animals, how they perceive and experience their environment and what feelings they have.
How sensitively animals perceive and reflect on their environment is the subject of ongoing research in modern ethology.
The illustration is part of a collection of scientific book illustrationsFrom the scientific book: "Die Sinne der Tiere" The senses of animals.
Artistic Materials: Watercolours, coloured pencils, etc. mixed medium with final composing.
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