Euphaedra eberti C.A.R. (Male A-)

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Nymphalidae, first named by Aurivillius in 1896

Colour: (Topside) Black with vivid deep blue patches and reddish patch.  The underside of the wings are olive brown with intricate black spots and dashes, prominent white bar and reddish central patch.

Size: Wingspan 70-80mm

Comments & Applications: A beautiful and seldom offered butterfly from Central African Republic. Euphaedra are sought after collectors species and also popular for framing, domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film.

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

More information: Wikipedia– Captive Breeding