Euploea phaenareta semicirculus BACHAN Male (A1-)

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Nymphalidae, Danaidae First named by Butler in 1836

Colour: Topside (recto) wings are dark brown, male has faint blue markings. The underside wings (verso) are dark brown with sparse blueish white spots.

Size: Wingspan 80-85mm

Comments & Applications: A uncommon and collectable species. Sought after by hobbyists and useful in high end bespoke applications. Also used in science, education, butterfly framing, domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film

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

More information: Wikipedia – Captive Breeding