Little acraea
Introduction: Little Acraeas (Acraea (S)
axina) also favour bushveld habitats where they can be observed flying
around tree tops on hilltops, a flight pattern which isn't usually compatible
for such a small insect.
Distribution: Observed at
Kombat and other northern Namibian locations.
Breeding/Larval food: Not
confirmed.
Colouration: Veined forewings
outlined in black with black sots on both fore and hindwings and a narrow black
band on the outer margin of the hindwing.
On the wing: For most of the
year.
Wingspan: Approx 40mm.
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