Marpesia corinna Purple Daggerwing PERU (A-)

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Nymphalidae, First named by Latreille in 1813

Colour: Topside (recto) wings brown with orange bar on the forewing, the hind-wing has a purple patch and pale orange margin. The underside (verso) is sandy-brown with darker lines and dashes of brown and cream.

Size: Wingspan 45-55mm

Comments & Applications: A stunning little butterfly with bright purple and orange markings. commonly called the corinna or purple daggerwing due to its long dagger-like tails. A very popular species with the trade, used in  framing, domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film. Check out our range of neotropical butterflies.

Format: Male or Female depending on availability. Unmounted, papered, wings folded, requires relaxing and setting

More information: Wikipedia – Captive Breeding