Jamides alecto BACHAN

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Lycaenidae. First named by Felder in 1862

Colour: The topside (recto) of the male is blue edged in a thin black line. Lower hind-wings have a secd black line with spots, while the female topside is darker grey-blue with a thicker black edge to wings. Female hind-wings have a scalloped line of black spots. The underside (verso) of both sexes is similar – pale brown with fine white lines and zig-zags toward the outer edges of the wings fading toward the centre. At the bottom edge of each hind-wing is a row of black spots one having an orange edge.

Size: Wingspan 20-25mm

Comments & Applications: A small delicate species, quite rare and collectable. Commonly known as the Burmese Caerulean butterfly. Dried butterflies make the perfect subject for school science projects. Also for framing, domes, photography, interior design and film applications.

NOTE: Small Lycaenidae are notoriously difficult to taxidermy – not recommended for beginners.

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

More information: Wikipedia – Captive Breeding