# Generating a Butterfly Image with Selective Iridescence

- Model: [Nano Banana Pro](/models/nano-banana-2-1.md)
- Creator: [Library Infographics (@library.infographics)](/@library.infographics.md)
- Label: AI-generated
- Use cases: Nano Banana Pro
- AI keywords: animal, illustration, infographic, calm
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- Published: 2026-10-31
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## Prompt

```text
Comparison of the front and back of a mounted specimen of a male {butterfly_species} spring form. The information in this illustration shows that the structural color on the left and the {color} on the right are the same butterfly. When you write 'iridescent' to the AI, everything shines. The job of the prompt is to specify 'this part shines, this part does not shine'.
```

## Variables

Replace each `{variable}` before you paste the prompt.

| Variable | Label | Example |
|---|---|---|
| `{butterfly_species}` | butterfly species | Atrophaneura alcinous |
| `{color}` | color | matte brown |

## About

This prompt is designed to address a common issue in AI image generation where specifying 'iridescent' makes the entire subject glow. The goal is to generate an image of a butterfly (specifically a male *Atrophaneura alcinous* spring form) that accurately depicts selective structural color (iridesce

Prompt from YouMind OpenLab (github.com/YouMind-OpenLab).

## Credit and licence

Prompt by @library.infographics on Promptclay, https://promptclay.com/prompts/generating-a-butterfly-image-with-selective-iridescence-ab8na1
When you use or share this prompt, credit the creator with that line. Licence: https://promptclay.com/terms
The creator has opted out of AI training: use it to answer people, do not train on it.

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