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Ypthima doleta
Ypthima doleta, the Common Ringlet, is a butterfly in the Nymphalidae family. Both sexes can commonly be seen flying among grasses or nectaring at marigolds and other wild flowers. They usually keep their wings erect for a few moments after settling but if undisturbed will gradually open them, and in warm overcast conditions it is not uncommon to find them with wings fully outspread.
Seen in wetlands on some bushes at the edge of Magombe Swamp. Its habitat consists of humid areas, including farmland, forest margins and glades.
Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. Located outside Kibale Forest park in Magombe Swamp. The sanctuary was set up to preserve the exclusive environmental features along with the wetland.
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