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Creamy Marblewing |
| This species is often called Large Marble because it tends to be larger than other Euchloexbutterflies, although it is moderately small, a little bit over an inch wingspan. The underside is a marbled greenish and cream color. This one was found in the Chugach range foothills, on the McHugh Creek Trail. There was a courting pair struggling in gusty winds but I was able to photograph only this one, which I believe is the female. The males have less pigment on the forewings and lack the yellow color on the hindwings. This is a western species that ranges from Alaska south to northern New Mexico. |
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Here are two higher quality photos, 865 X 649 pixels, taken
more recently, with a better camera: |
You will find more information on this species
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