Marpesia petreus Ruddy Daggerwing MEXICO

Taxonomy Identification: Family Nymphalidae, first named by Cramer in 1776

Colour: (Topside) Deep orange brown butterfly with darker black lines. The underside of the wings are various shades of brown with cream-white steak near centre. 

Size: Wingspan 60-75mm

Comments & Applications: A stunning orange-brown butterfly from Mexico, commonly known as the Ruddy Daggerwing due to the shape 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