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Ruddy Daggerwing
Marpesia petreus
20.6092, -105.234
Field Notes
Description:
The underwings of daggerwing butterflies are often dull and in some species look remarkably like dead leaves, or are much paler, producing a cryptic effect that helps the butterfly disappear into its surroundings.
Habitat:
Southern U.S. to Brazil. Tropical lowland forests and edges. Host plants: Common fig (Ficus carica) and wild banyan tree (F. citrifolia) in the fig family (Moraceae).
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Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedMarch 2, 2013
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