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Red-spotted Purple

Limenitis arthemis astyanax

Photo by RedTopRanger
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Field Notes

Description:

Above, the Red-spotted Purple is mainly a black butterfly with iridescent blue, that is most impressive in fresh specimens and good light, where the red spots that are obvious from below can sometimes be seen.

Habitat:

This one was found on a gravel road, where it was most likely taking nutrients.

Reference Links:

Red-spotted Purple — wisconsinbutterflies.org

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