Forest Leopard |
Phalanta eurytis |
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Kakamega Forest Kenya, October 2010. Jon Baker believes this might be Pseudargynnis hegemone. Another possibility is Phalanta eurytis, Forest Leopard. |
There are many large and showy butterflies belonging to the family Nymphalidae. The common name, Brush-footed Butterfly, refers to the modified first pair of legs of the male. Indeed they look like small brushes and are not suitable for walking upon. Nymphalidae -- Brush-footed Butterfly FamilyMore Information: |
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