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Blue Wave butterfly known for iridescent wings draws interest
Original: Myscelia cyaniris (Blue Wave / Royal Blue) is a Nymphalid butterfly native to Neotropical rainforests from Mexico to Sou
Naturalists are highlighting Myscelia cyaniris, the Blue Wave or Royal Blue butterfly, a Nymphalid native to Neotropical rainforests from Mexico to South America. The species is noted for its brilliant iridescent blue-striped wings and unusual feeding habits: adults skip floral nectar and instead feed on fermenting fruit, tree sap, and decaying organic material. The striking appearance and unusual diet are drawing attention from nature enthusiasts online.
Why now: Its brilliant iridescent blue wings and unusual preference for rotting fruit over nectar make it a striking subject of nature discussion.
Myscelia cyanirisBlue Wave butterflyNeotropical rainforestsMexico
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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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