Eurytides dolicaon Swallowtail PERU

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Nymphalidae, First named by Cramer in 1776

Colour:The basic colour of the wings is creamy white with black veins. The hind-wings have very long and thin tails, generally dark brown or black with yellow tips. The edges of the uppersides (recto) of the wings are dark brown or black. The undersides (verso) of the hind-wings have brown bands forming large creamy white areas. On the margins of the hind-wings there are a series of blue lunules.

Size: Wingspan 70-80mm

Comments & Applications: The dolicaon kite swallowtail is common throughout its neotropical range. Our stock from Peru is captive-bred with fresh vibrant colours. Very popular with the trade for butterfly framing, domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film

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

More information: Wikipedia – Captive Breeding