Talubang
It’s Learn about Butterflies Day! Butterflies are often thought to be forms of supposed visiting souls of our departed loved ones in Philippine folklore and superstition. There’s even a Kapampángan guessing game played by kids during wakes that is inspired by the behavior of butterflies with flowers!
TALÚBANG • (tuh-LOO-buhng)
butterfly
Tagalog: paruparó
Background:
Emerald Peacock Swallowtail Butterfly
Papilio Palinurus
Native to areas in Southeast Asia (including parts of the Philippines)
Meme from Buzzfeed Article “You Know You’re Filipino If You Relate To These 14 Things” (https://www.buzzfeed.com/cheskabacaltos/growing-up-filipino-things)
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