Malachite Butterfly Collection Black Background
Malachite Butterfly Collection Black Background
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Common Name: Malachite Butterfly
Scientific Name: Siproeta stelenes
Locality: Central and South America
Glass Window: 99% UV-blocking conservation glass
Frame Size: 6″ × 8″ × 1.25″
The Malachite Butterfly (Siproeta stelenes) is known for its bold green and black wings, which resemble the vibrant patterns found in the mineral malachite. Native to Central and South America, with a range that extends into parts of the southern United States, these butterflies are commonly found in tropical forests, gardens, and other sunny open spaces.
Adults spend their days feeding on flower nectar and overripe fruit, while the caterpillars munch on plants in the acanthus family. Their striking appearance and important role as pollinators make them one of the most recognizable butterflies in the Americas.
