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Falcate Orangetip Butterfly (male)

Anthocharis midea

Photo by gatorfellows
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Description:

Upperside of male forewing with orange, hooked tip; females hooked, but lack orange; both have round black spot in cell. Underside of hindwing has finely-patterned green marbling. Wing Span: 1 3/8 - 1 3/4 inches (3.5 - 4.5 cm).

Habitat:

Wildlife habitat garden on a dewberry bloom.

Reference Links:

Butterflies and Moths of North America | collecting and sharing data about Lepi…

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