Lamproptera curius White Dragontail CHINA
The White Dragontail
Format: Papered/unmounted
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Description
Description
Taxonomy Identification: Family Papilionidae. First named by Fabricius in 1787
Colour: The topside (recto) is brownish black with an oblique white bar crossing all four wings. The extremely long “tails” are black edged in white. The underside (verso) is similar but paler.
Size: Wingspan 40-50mm – Trailing tails 25mm
Comments & Applications: A stunning little butterfly commonly known as the White Dragon-tail Butterfly. A delicate species not recommended for beginners as the “tails” often require repair.
Dried butterflies make the perfect subject for school science projects. Also for framing, domes, photography, interior design and film applications. Bulk buy for artwork
Format: Papered, unmounted requires relaxing rehydration and setting
More information: External link – Captive Breeding