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Blue Wing &amp; Shadow

Blue Wing &amp; Shadow

The Mexican Bluewing (Myscelia ethusa) or simply Blue Wing, is a medium sized butterfly, with the black upperside marked with blue bands and white spots on the ...
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The Mexican Bluewing (Myscelia ethusa) or simply Blue Wing, is a medium sized butterfly, with the black upperside marked with blue bands and white spots on the tips. The underside is brown and black, often appearing like a dead leaf.
It ranges from Mexico south through Central America and Columbia. Sometimes seen in the lower Rio Grande Valley of Texas.

Wing spread: 2.5" - 3.0"

Host Plants: Rotting fruit

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NIKON D50

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Aperture 50/10 Shutter 10/5000 Focal Length 2200/10

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Florida, US

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Apr, 2022

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Fantastic with that shadow!

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thanks! It sure fit the challenge I entered 🙂

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Cool angle and shadow play, Kurt!

Beautiful and creative capture.

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Congratulations on your challenge win. Awesome shot!

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Congratulations on your challenge win!

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Myscelia sp. Beautiful.

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