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Orange Ringlet Butterfly
Hypocysta adiante
-29.3498, 153.303
Field Notes
Description:
Hypocysta adiante is a satyrine butterfly endemic to Australia. It is a small dainty species (wingspan ca. 3 cm), easily recognized by its orange color and broad dark-brown margins on the upperside. The underside of the hindwing displays two prominent black eyespots ringed with silver, a silver subterminal line and a small silver spot next to the subtornal eyespot.
Habitat:
These butterflies are usually found in open grassy habitats. Adults sip nectar from flowers and larvae feed on grasses
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