Hypolimnas alimena eligia Blue Banded Eggfly SERAM (A1-)

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Nymphalidae, First named by Fruhstorfer in 1912

Colour: Topside (recto) wings of the male are black with white patched and spotted margins and blue central bar across all four wings. The underside wings (verso) are blackish-brown with blueish white lines, spots and patches.

Size: Wingspan 75-80mm

Comments & Applications: A uncommon and collectable species. Commonly known as the “blue banded eggfly” butterfly. Sought after by hobbyists and useful 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