Nymphalis antiopa

Place of origin - North America

Sex - Male

Wingspan - aprox 3" to 3.5""

Frame size - 8.5" x 10.5" x 1.25"

Frame color - black
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Also known as the "mourning cloak", the Nymphalis antiopa is a large butterfly native to Eurasia and North America. Other older names for this species include Grand Surprise and White Petticoat.

A powerful flier, this species is sometimes found in areas far from its usual range during migration. It is also the State Insect of Montana.