Ella s acraea
Introduction: Ella's Acraea (Acraea (S)
ella) was first described in Etosha in 1984 by H.C. Ficq. They inhabit
bushveld habitats of the country and are often mistaken for the Little Acraea.
Distribution: Etosha National
Park and other north-western Namibian locations.
Breeding/Larval food: Not
confirmed.
Colouration: Similar to the
Little Acraea but with a very white abdomen and angular wing shape of the
male.
On the wing: For most of the
year.
Wingspan: Approx 40mm.
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