Recurved Swallowtail Urapteroides recurvata

Photo of Recurved Swallowtail (Urapteroides recurvata)

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OrderButterflies and Moths (Lepidoptera)
FamilySwallowtail Moths (Uraniidae)
GenusUrapteroides (Urapteroides)

This intriguing moth belongs to the Uraniidae family, a group known for their geometric precision and striking patterns. The recurved form hinted at in its common name creates a distinctively curved appearance reminiscent of graceful swallowtails. Uraniidae moths are geometric artists, with patterns that seem almost mathematical in their perfection—nature's own precision engineering translated into living color and form.

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