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''Marpesia petreus'', the ruddy daggerwing, is a species of butterfly of the Nymphalidae family. It is found in Brazil north through Central America, Mexico, and the West Indies to southern Florida. Strays are found as far north as Arizona, Colorado, Nebraska, Kansas, and southern Texas.

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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By Ferdy Christant

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Uploaded Apr 25, 2025. Captured Oct 16, 2024 15:45 in 67HF7QCW+CR.
  • NIKON D850
  • f/5.6
  • 1/400s
  • ISO1250
  • 500mm