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Spotted Sailer

Neptis saclava

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Field Notes

Description:

The Spotted Sailer (Neptis saclava) is a butterfly of the Nymphalidae family. It is found in southern Africa.

Wingspan is 40–45 mm in males and 45–48 mm in females. Adults are on the wing year-round with peak from December to May.

Habitat:

Mantadia primary Rainforest on the east coast of Madagascar

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Neptis saclava

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Spotted Sailer

Neptis saclava

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