Suffused acraea
Introduction: Suffused Acraea (Acraea (S)
stenobea) can be observed in a dry bushveld habitat. They are slow fliers,
usually amongst thorn bushes.
Distribution: Okahandja and widespread in northern Namibia.
Also observed in Victoria Falls.
Breeding/Larval food: Feeds
on flowers in the summer.
Colouration: Dark brown
borders on both fore and hindwings with black spots on a light orange-veined
wings.
On the wing: Throughout the
summer months.
Wingspan: Approx 50mm.
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