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The Blue Wave Butterfly's Brilliant Wings and Unusual Diet
Original: Myscelia cyaniris (Blue Wave / Royal Blue) is a Nymphalid butterfly native to Neotropical rainforests from Mexico to Sou
Myscelia cyaniris, known as the Blue Wave or Royal Blue, is a Nymphalid butterfly native to Neotropical rainforests stretching from Mexico to South America. It is recognized for its brilliant iridescent blue-striped wings. Unlike many butterflies, adults skip floral nectar entirely, feeding instead on fermenting fruit, tree sap, and decaying organic matter.
Why now: Striking images and unusual feeding habits of the iridescent blue butterfly are drawing attention from nature enthusiasts.
Myscelia cyanirisMexicoSouth America
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- Myscelia cyaniris (Blue Wave / Royal Blue) is a Nymphalid butterfly native to Neotropical rainforests from Mexico to South America. Known for its brilliant iridescent blue-striped wings, adults bypass floral nectar to feed on fermenting fruit, tree sap, and decaying organic… · tangledwing@ohai.social · 19
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