Elada Checkerspot (Texola elada)

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Photo by Felix Fleck

Published on Project Noah

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Field Notes

Description:

Small butterfly of about 2.5cm wingspan. Base colour is brown with orange and pale markings; small spot of iridescent green on thorax; antennae are clubbed.

Habitat:

Found in 'El Cimatario', a national park in semi-arid area just outside the city. The rainy season is now in full swing and many animals are venturing out.