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Siproeta stelenes
The Malachite (Siproeta stelenes) is a neotropical brush-footed butterfly (family Nymphalidae). The malachite has large wings that are black and brilliant green or yellow-green on the uppersides and light brown and olive green on the undersides. It is named for the mineral malachite, which is similar in color to the bright green on the butterfly's wings. The wingspread is typically between 8.5 and 10 cm (3.3 and 3.9 in).
Seen in an enclosure at Mawamba Lodge. Subtropical evergreen or semi-deciduous forests in Central America.
Spotted on Oct 20, 2013
Submitted on Nov 24, 2013
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