Can I use this magnified butterfly wing detail photo for free, commercially?

Yes. This photo is licensed CC BY 4.0, so you can use it in commercial and personal projects — websites, ads, social media, videos and client work — at no cost. The one condition is the credit: “Magnified Butterfly Wing Detail” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/magnified-butterfly-wing-detail-fcb5eeaa) — CC BY 4.0

What size is this photo?

The original is 1280×1280 pixels (JPG); it also downloads at 1280 px and 640 px on the long side. Its square shape suits Instagram posts, profile or album art and product-grid thumbnails.

Is this photo AI-generated?

Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “butterfly wing scales under magnification” and it passed an AI review for quality and safety before listing. The downloaded file carries the IPTC “AI-generated” marker and its licence details.

Where can I find more science images like this?

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Magnified Butterfly Wing Detail — Free Stock Photo (HD JPG)

Extreme close-up view of the textured, veined surface of a butterfly wing under magnification

About this photo

This high-magnification macro shot reveals the intricate scaled texture, venation, and subtle patterning of a butterfly wing. It is ideal for science education materials, biology presentations, and natural design projects.

Prompt: “butterfly wing scales under magnification” — AI-generated and reviewed for quality before listing.

Editor's note (8.0/10): Sharp, well-composed macro image that closely matches the brief, with only minor subtle textural inconsistencies that are only visible on extremely close inspection.

Also searched as: butterfly wing magnification · insect scale texture · macro butterfly wing · biology microscopy

Direct file: 1280×1280 JPG

Using this photo — common questions

Can I use this magnified butterfly wing detail photo for free, commercially?: Yes. This photo is licensed CC BY 4.0, so you can use it in commercial and personal projects — websites, ads, social media, videos and client work — at no cost. The one condition is the credit: “Magnified Butterfly Wing Detail” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/magnified-butterfly-wing-detail-fcb5eeaa) — CC BY 4.0
What size is this photo?: The original is 1280×1280 pixels (JPG); it also downloads at 1280 px and 640 px on the long side. Its square shape suits Instagram posts, profile or album art and product-grid thumbnails.
Is this photo AI-generated?: Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “butterfly wing scales under magnification” and it passed an AI review for quality and safety before listing. The downloaded file carries the IPTC “AI-generated” marker and its licence details.
Where can I find more science images like this?: Browse the Science collection, see the similar images below, or describe the exact picture you need and generate it free on this page.

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