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Black Pie

Tuxentius melaena melaena

Photo by pamsai
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Field Notes

Description:

This little butterfly is native to Africa
Wingspan: males 19-24 mm females 21-25 mm
Flight is year round, but are most common from October to March.

Habitat:

Seen in lowveld savanna/forested area in a cleared patch beside a dirt road.

Reference Links:

Swaziland National Trust Commission - Swaziland's Butterflies

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PublishedMay 4, 2014

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