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Lasaia agesilas
The genus Lasaia contains 14 species, all of which are found exclusively in the neotropics. They are small butterflies, averaging about 30mm in wingspan. Males have extremely reflective wing scales, shimmering in metallic turquoise, blue or steely grey according to species. Females are rarely seen. They are generally a dull earthy brown colour. Both sexes have a similar pattern of black spots.
Lasaia agesilas occurs from Mexico to Paraguay.
Right side: another species
Spotted on May 6, 2015
Submitted on Jun 16, 2015
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