Alcides agathyrus

Place of origin - Papua New Guinea

Sex - Male

Wingspan- Approx 3"

Frame size - 10" X 10" X 1.75"

Frame color - black or white
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Details

This day flying moth is notable for its unusual powder blue color. This moth is very similar in coloration to the Papilio laglaizei, which is beleived to be used to trick predators and gain some protection for themselves.


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