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Large Tree Nymph

Idea leuconoe

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Description:

The Paper Kite, Rice Paper, or Large Tree Nymph[1] butterfly (Idea leuconoe) is known especially for its presence in butterfly greenhouses and live butterfly expositions. The Paper Kite is of Southeast Asian origin.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
iamcherreymaiya
Thanks.. I'll wait for more suggestions.. it's kinda tricky
MartinL
The (Idea sp) looks like this http://www.butterfly-guide.co.uk/farms/danaid/dan2.htm and your spotting is likely to be from the closely related Danaus or Tirumala groups, I'm not sure which.

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PublishedMay 2, 2012

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