Hamadryas amphibole, commonly known as the Red Cracker butterfly, is a species of butterfly found in the neotropical region, which includes parts of Central and South America. The wingspan of the Red Cracker butterfly ranges from approximately 70 to 90 mm. The upper surface of the wings in males is bright red-orange with distinctive black borders and markings. Females, on the other hand, tend to have more subdued colouration with brownish-orange wings and similar black markings. The undersides of the wings in both males and females are generally paler, with a similar pattern of black markings.
The Red Cracker butterfly is typically found in tropical and subtropical habitats, including rainforests, forest edges, and open woodlands. This species is primarily distributed in Central and South America. Its range includes countries such as Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil, and Bolivia.
As with many butterflies, the Red Cracker primarily feeds on the nectar of flowers. It is known to have a preference for certain plant species. These butterflies are often observed basking in the sunlight with their wings open. They are relatively strong fliers and can cover significant distances in search of food and mates.
Like all butterflies, the Red Cracker undergoes a complete metamorphosis, which includes four stages: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), and adult.
The female butterfly lays its eggs on specific host plants, which are typically in the passionflower family (Passifloraceae). The caterpillars feed on these plants once they hatch.
We firmly support the sustainable tropical butterfly collections as long as they take care of the conservation of the rainforest where they fly and the development of responsible conscious trading.
This allows us to support local ranching farms with ethically sourced material and help at the same time collectors and enthusiasts to contribute to understanding and treasuring those species.
All our items are carefully delivered to prevent damages on transport, papered items are packaged in glassine envelopes specifying capture/breeding data and location available. CITES certificate will be provided in the specimens required.
HOW WE GRADE OUR LISTINGS (SPECIMENS)
As Insect specimens are natural products, some are bred and some others caught in wild, the quality can vary greatly.
The guide below explains the grading used for specimens in our listings.
A1 No visible imperfections, both antennas, no tearing, scratches or missing part of the wings (or as perfect as you could expect from wild caught specimens), with exception of some leg damage.
A1- Very minor damage, normally restricted to antenna damage or antennae attached separately in the envelope.
A- These specimens have minor damage, such as antenna damage, or minor flight wear such as small scratches, minor sale damage, some minor fraying/chipping around the edges of the wings.
A2 More significant damage, such as major flight wear, small rips, small pieces missing from the wings, damage to the thorax or abdomen.
B or Second Grade These specimens have similar damage to A2 specimens, but to a more significant degree. Usually used as parts replacement or art work material
| SPECIMEN | |
|---|---|
| Country | Mexico |
| Locality | Los Tuxtlas Veracruz |
| Collection type | Wild collected |
| Bio-zone | Neotropical |
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