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Impure Ringlet

Ypthima impura paupera

Photo by pamsai
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Field Notes

Description:

Wingspan: males 32-36 mm females 34-38 mm
Flight Period: Year round with peak in early summer and autumn in southern Africa.
Features: There are usually three clear ocelli on the hindwing underside.

Habitat:

Distribution: most of sub-Saharan Africa.
Lowveld savanna/forest

Notes:

Seen at Sara camp in Mlawula National park

Reference Links:

Swaziland National Trust Commission - Swaziland's Butterflies

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PublishedMay 13, 2014

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