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Female Clouded Mother-of-Pearl | Salamis anacardii | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Female Clouded Mother-of-Pearl | Salamis anacardii | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Male Clouded Mother-of-Pearl | Salamis anacardii | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Male Clouded Mother-of-Pearl | Salamis anacardii | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
  • Common Name: Clouded Mother-of-Pearl
  • Scientific Name: Salamis anacardii
  • Family: Nymphalidae
  • Subfamily: Nymphalinae
  • Tribe: Junoniini
  • Wingspan: 2.0 to 3.0 in
  • Place of origin: Central & East Africa

Butterflies in the exhibit are raised on butterfly farms around the world. This form of sustainable agriculture helps protect natural forest habitats from destruction and promote local economic growth.

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Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan Fessenden