Wholesale Lyropteryx apollonia PERU

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family, Riodinidae, First named by Westwood 1851

Colour: The topside (recto) of the wings is black, with numerous longitudinal streaks of metallic blue-green colours on the outer half. The undersides (verso) are black, with the basal half spotted with purple-pink and the outer half with black and white stripes. Forewings are large, subtriangular, while the hindwings are relatively small.

Size: Wingspan 36-43mm

Comments & Applications: This stunning blue butterfly is a member of the metal mark family known for their incredible metal colouration. Commonly called the Apollo, Pink-dotted or Blue-Rayed Metalmark. An extremely popular species with collectors and the trade. Perfect for applications in framing domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film

Format: Unmounted, papered, requires relaxing and setting

More information: Wikipedia