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Clouded Mother-of-Pearl

Protogoniomorpha anacardii

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Field Notes

Description:

This clouded mother-of-pearl was spotted in a garden in the Tanzanian capital Dar es Salaam. This species of Nymphalidae is found in tropical Africa.

Habitat:

In a large garden area near the sea. During a one week stay in Dar I saw these butterflies everyday.

Reference Links:

Protogoniomorpha anacardii

Species ID Suggestions

Clouded Mother of Pearl

Salamis anacardii

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KristenGilpin
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Comments (8)
Ashish
Welcome... This butterfly give me idea of Nymphalidae family's wide variety. They are memorable with four legs type appearance..
DanielePralong
Thanks again Kristen! I have more tropical surprises coming up for you. I am not uploading much at the moment as I'm still travelling and connections are...challenging.
KristenGilpin
No problem! I've been working with butterflies for 11 years so I can use shape and location to quickly narrow down the options and reference books for species ID. Additionally, I have a necklace pendant made from the wings of this butterfly which was extra helpful for the ID.

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WILD Cities: Urban Biodiversity
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Butterflies & Moths of the World

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PublishedAugust 26, 2011

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