Entomology
Gossamer-winged butterfly
Thecla antinous (C.Felder & R.Felder, 1865)
This insect specimen, carefully pinned and labelled, was collected in Colombia in 1899 by L. W. Mengel. It belongs to the Lycaenidae family (gossamer-winged butterfly) and is preserved so scientists can study it for generations.
Colombia
Did you know?
Many gossamer-winged butterfly caterpillars form partnerships with ants, which protect them in return for sugary secretions.
Source: Wikipedia — Lycaenidae
Where it was found
Shown at a general level — region and country.
