Consul fabius fulvus Tiger leafwing PERU

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Nymphalidae, First named by Butler in 1875

Colour: Bright orange and black patterns on the topside (recto) with two yellow bands across the angular forewings. The underside (verso) wings are various shades of brown its cryptic verso mimics a dead leaf. Hind-wings have short tails. Highly variable patterns.

Size: Wingspan 70-80mm

Comments & Applications: The Tiger wing is a stunning species, curiously shaped leaf-like wings. Our stock from Peru and is captive-bred with fresh colours. Very popular with the trade for butterfly framing, domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film.Check out our range of neotropical butterflies.

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

More information: Wikipedia – Captive Breeding