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Fluffy Tit

Zeltus amasa

Photo by LuvjoyChoker
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Field Notes

Description:

The Fluffy Tit is a beautiful little lycaenid of South East Asia. It's long tail adds a fairy like persona to the butterfly. It is mostly found along streams with ample sunlight. It is also known to love human sweat.

Habitat:

Tropical/ Sub-tropical regions of asia

Reference Links:

ButterflyCircle Checklist - Zeltus amasa maximinianus (Fluffy Tit)

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Comments (36)
pattyc0591
That is quite a lucky and amazing shot!
Debbie Stewart
Congratulations on the SOTD for this beautiful butterfly!
LuvjoyChoker
Thanks all! And thanks Projectnoah or my 15 minutes of fame :)
Fyn Kynd
Awesome spotting! Congratulations LuvjoyChoker! That's a cool plant it's on in image #1.
Cheryl Lee
What a gorgeous butterfly! Congrats on SOTD!
LauraPound
Oh that is beautiful. Congratulations! :)
Tom15
Congratulations on the SOTD with this beautiful butterfly!

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