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Peacock Royal

Tajuria cippus

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Description:

Common butterfly found from lowlands to about 1000 m above sea level throughout the year, but more visible in the center and north of the island. Its larva feeds on Pilila (Loranthus spp.)

Habitat:

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Comments (2)
RobThacker
Love this Nuwan, such an elegant Lycaenidae.

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PublishedMarch 27, 2014

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