Painted Lady on Thistle: Vibrant Wings

Hyper-realistic macro photograph of a Painted Lady butterfly (Vanessa cardui) resting on a spiky purple thistle. The butterfly's wings are spread partway, displaying vivid orange and black patterns with crisp white spots along the edges. Sunlight catches the iridescent scales, revealing fine details and tiny blue hindwing spots. Dew beads cling to the thistle, while a soft green meadow and bokeh create a dreamy, natural background. Ultra-detailed, high-resolution, lifelike colors.