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Pyristia proterpia
Posted: Sun Jul 16, 2023 6:06 pm
by 58chevy
Common name is the Tailed Orange. Native to southwestern USA. The winter form (pictured) has "tails", summer form has rounded hindwings. These specimens are obviously worn. I don't have any in pristine condition.
Re: Pyristia proterpia
Posted: Mon Jul 17, 2023 4:37 pm
by leoiinsect
The ones you got there might be a bit worn, but hey, they still rock! Even if they're not in pristine condition, they're a solid addition to your collection. Thank you for sharing!
Re: Pyristia proterpia
Posted: Mon Jul 17, 2023 6:22 pm
by Trehopr1
That certainly is a pretty little number 58chevy !
Sometimes, we just have to be happy with what we are able to get as there are no guarantees with self-collected specimens.
Thank you for sharing this wonderful species with us.
Re: Pyristia proterpia
Posted: Tue Jul 18, 2023 10:27 am
by daveuk
Here is a pair I got from Ken Thorne in Canada some years back. My only pair. A very striking little butterfly.
Data for male shown. Female's data is the same.