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White Peacock

Anartia jatrophae

Photo by 1Sarah2
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Field Notes

Description:

This butterfly was spotted in the tropical south. It is shown on a philodendron xanadu (1st picture) and a snow princess - a Lobularia hybrid.

Habitat:

This is a tropical butterfly. The male is territorial.

Notes:

Once settled on the Xanadu, this butterfly was very patient with allowing its picture to be taken.

Reference Links:

Anartia jatrophae Linnaeus 1763, Anartia jatrophae

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PublishedJuly 3, 2011

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