Siproeta epaphus COSTA RICA

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Nymphalidae, Latreille 1813

Colour: Topside (recto) wings black in the inner portion, followed by a bold white transverse stripe continuing across both wings with the outer portion of the forewings rusty orange. The underside (verso) similar but paler with a deep reddish-brown line.

Size: Wingspan 70-80mm

Comments & Applications: The rusty-tipped page or brown siproeta butterfly common throughout its range. Our stock from Costa Rica is captive-bred with fresh vibrant colours. Very popular with the trade for butterfly framing, domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film

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

More information: Wikipedia – Captive Breeding – Costa Rica farms