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Mexican bluewing

Myscelia ethusa

Photo by Mick G
Published on Project Noah
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25.6909, -80.2349

Field Notes

Description:

Large butterfly with a wingspan of 3.75 to 4.25 inches. Top and bottom of wings are a pattern of black to blue to purple with highlights of white. Compact wing shape

Habitat:

Located in a conservatory. Captive individual. Does not exist outside of this enclosed and protected environment

Reference Links:

Myscelia cyaniris

Species ID Suggestions

Tropical Blue Wave

Myscelia cyaniris

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gatorfellows
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Mexican Bluewing

Myscelia ethusa

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Ryan Fezz
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Comments (2)
florida33girl
Mick - Did you photograph this species in the wild or was it in a captive display like Butterfly World? This is not a native Florida species, so if it was in captivity, please remove it from the Butterflies of Florida group, since it's for native species only. Thanks!
Mick G
Thanks again @gatorfellows

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PublishedFebruary 25, 2013

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