Appias albina Common Albatross butterfly
Common Albatross Butterfly
Format: Papered/Unmounted
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- Description
Description
Description
Taxonomy Identification: Family Pieridae, first named by Boisduval in 1836
Colour: A sexually dimorphic species, the topside wings on the male butterfly are white, sometimes with a black margin. The female can be either white or yellow with wider black margin. Underside varies from pale to dark yellow, especially in the female. Highly variable with multiple sub-species.
Size: Wingspan 60-70mm
Comments & Applications: A much used species in the art world for its white colouration. Known as the common albatross butterfly perfect for framing, domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film – buy wholesale here
Format: Unmounted, papered, wings folded, requires relaxing and setting
More information: Wikipedia – Captive Breeding
