Hamadryas fornax fornacalia COSTA RICA

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Nymphalidae, Hubner 1806

Colour: Topside (recto) a beautiful calico pattern with submarginal eye-spots (ocelli) on the hind-wings. The underside (verso) forewings black and white patched, hind-wings are coloured a deep orange-yellow.

Size: Wingspan 65-75mm

Comments & Applications: A stunning butterfly, Hamadryas species have the common name “crackers” due to the ability of males in several species to produce a sound similar to the crackling of bacon in a frying pan! A seldom offered species, ethically sourced from our Costa Rica breeders. These captive-bred specimens are fresh and vibrant in colour. Collectable and popular with the trade for butterfly framing, domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film

Format: Male specimens. Unmounted, papered, wings folded, requires relaxing and setting

More information: Captive Breeding – Costa Rica farms