Dione moneta

Place of origin - Mexico

Sex - Male

Wingspan- 3.5" to 4"

Frame size - 6.25" X 6.25" X 1.75"

Frame color - black or white
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Details

Highly reflective patches on the underside of this beautiful butterfly inspired the common name "Mexican silverspot". The Dione moneta travels as far north as California in search of the sweet nectar of the passion flowers.


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