Marpesia chiron Many-Banded Daggerwing MEXICO

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Nymphalidae, first named by Fabricius in 1775

Colour: (Topside) Dark brown butterfly with lighter cream-yellow lines. The underside of the wings are various shades of brown. 

Size: Wingspan 45-55mm

Comments & Applications: An attractive brown and cream butterfly from Mexico, commonly known as the Many-Banded Daggerwing due to the shape and colour of the wings and long dagger like tails. A popular butterfly for framing, domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film.

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

More information: Wikipedia– Captive Breeding