Memphis lineata Lined Leafwing Peru A1-
£4.75
The Lined Leafwing butterfly
Sex: Male
Quality: A-/A1- (average to good)
Format: Unmounted, papered, wings folded requires relaxing and setting
- Description
Description
Description
Taxonomy Identification: Family Nymphalidae, First named by Salvin in 1869.
Colour: Topside (recto) Wings are black dark blue with a lighter blue. The underside (verso) is a mixture of dark browns like a leaf for camouflage.
Size: Wingspan 70-80mm
Comments & Applications: This butterfly is in the Leafwing family due to the shape of the wings. and is commonly known as the Lined leafwing. Can be used in framing, domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film. Check out our range of neotropical butterflies.
Format: Unmounted, papered, wings folded, requires relaxing and setting
More information: Wikipedia – Captive Breeding
