Morpho theseus schwetzeri MEXICO

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Morphini, First named by Deyrolle, 1860

Colour: Topside wings are dark brownish black on the edges with pale yellow marginal spots. Toward the centre of the wings the base colour changes to a pale blue. Underside (verso) reddish-brown with hints of silver and rows of eye-spots (ocelli).

Size: Wingspan 100-140mm

Comments & Applications: This is an impressive Morpho butterfly but lacks the iridescent blue which characterises the Morpho family name. Nevertheless a spectacular butterfly both in size and colouration. Always popular with the trade for frames domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film

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

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