Salamis cacta, the lilac mother-of-pearl, lilac beauty, butterfly form Central Africa, frame 4" x 4"
The Salamis butterfly, scientifically known as Salamis, is a genus of butterflies belonging to the family Nymphalidae. These butterflies are known for their striking and often iridescent colours.
Salamis butterflies are typically large and have distinctive wing patterns. Many species in this genus have a metallic sheen on their wings, which can range from blue and green to purple or coppery hues. Some species also have prominent spots or patterns.
They are found in various parts of Africa, particularly in sub-Saharan regions. The genus Salamis is diverse and comprises several species, each with its own specific distribution.
Salamis butterflies are adaptable and can be found in a wide range of habitats, including forests, savannas, grasslands, and even urban areas. Some species are associated with specific types of vegetation.
Like many butterflies, Salamis butterflies are known to be strong and agile flyers. They are often seen feeding on nectar from flowering plants.
As adult butterflies, they primarily feed on nectar from various flowering plants. They play a crucial role in pollination.
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.
Please take into consideration that the specimen that you will receive may slightly differ in size, shape or colour from the picture shown as you are purchasing a natural product.
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 | Cameroon |
| Locality | Fong-Ndeng Village |
| Collection type | Wild Collected |
| Bio-zone | Afrotropical |
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