Giant Blue Morpho
Image: Rahona (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common NameGiant Blue Morpho
Scientific NameMorpho didius
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyMorphinae
Wingspan (mm)140
Wing Patterniridescent
Primary Colorsblue, black
HabitatTropical rainforests
Geographic RangePeru, Bolivia, Ecuador
Host PlantsInga, Machaerium, Pterocarpus
Flight PeriodYear-round
Flight Stylegliding
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically hairy with warning coloration, feeding on various tropical vines and trees. Pupae are smooth and green, often resembling leaves.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its very large size, brilliant metallic blue dorsal wings, and distinct black borders, especially on the forewings. The ventral side is cryptic brown with prominent eyespots.
Description
This image displays a framed collection of mounted butterflies and plants. The most prominent specimens are several large, brilliant iridescent blue Morpho butterflies with broad black margins on their wings.
