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Pearl Crescent Butterfly

Phyciodes tharos

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Description:

Quite variable. Males usually have black antennal knobs. Underside of hindwing has a dark marginal patch containing a light-colored crescent. Wing Span: 1 1/4 - 1 3/4 inches (3.2 - 4.5 cm).

Habitat:

On blooming floating vegetation in a small retention pond.

Reference Links:

Pearl Crescent, Butterflies and Moths of North America | collecting and sharing data about Lepi…

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PublishedJuly 26, 2014

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