Bebearia octogramma CAMEROON

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Nymphalidae, first named by Grose-Smith & Kirby in 1889

Colour: Topside (recto) wings black with metallic blue-gold patches, and marginal row of bright blue spots. Wing tips white. The underside (verso) base colour olive-buff with black margin and white wing tips.

Size: Wingspan 85-100mm

Comments & Applications: One of the most beautiful and sought after African butterflies. Seldom offered for sale. Commonly called the Green-Spotted Forester butterfly. A rare collectable ideal for high end bespoke applications.

Format: Unmounted, papered, wings folded, requires relaxing and setting

More information: Wikipedia– Captive Breeding