Morpho deidamia (Deidamia Blue Morpho),
$25.00 – $90.00
Description
Coloration: Bright yellow wings with black edges and a characteristic orange-red patch on the hindwings.
Body Structure: A small to medium-sized butterfly with slender wings and a graceful body.
Sexual Dimorphism: Males are generally smaller and brighter, while females have larger wings and are slightly more subdued in color.
Flight Patterns: Quick, erratic flight, typically in open forest areas.
Feeding Habits: Feeds on nectar from a variety of wildflowers.
Reproductive Behavior: Females lay eggs on the underside of host plants where larvae feed.
Geographical Range: Found in parts of Africa, from the southern and central regions.
Preferred Habitats: Forests, particularly areas with abundant flowering plants.
Threats: Habitat loss and fragmentation due to human activities.
Conservation Efforts: Efforts are aimed at protecting forest habitats and promoting sustainable land use.
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