Claudina Agrias
Claudina Agrias — Agrias claudina lugens
One of the most colorful and sought-after butterflies in the world, featuring an explosion of scarlet red and iridescent blue.
About this Species
The Agrias claudina lugens is widely considered one of the most beautiful and charismatic butterflies in the world. Native to the low-altitude rainforests of northern Peru, it is famous for its intense, high-contrast coloration: deep velvety black borders that frame brilliant scarlet-red patches and glowing iridescent sky-blue bands.
What makes the Agrias genus truly unique is the contrast between the dorsal (upper) and ventral (lower) sides of the wings. While the top is a firework of color, the underside is a masterpiece of cryptic patterning—a complex mosaic of cream, yellow, and black spots that provides perfect camouflage when resting on tree trunks to feed on fermenting fruit or sap.
Collectors prize the Agrias claudina lugens for its rarity and the sheer intensity of its pigments. In flight, it is fast and powerful, often patrolling territories high in the canopy. This specimen is an A1 quality representation of this legendary species, ethically sourced from sustainable butterfly farms in Peru that support biodiversity and local livelihoods.
Habitat
Inhabits the hot, humid lowland rainforests of the Peruvian Amazon basin, typically below 500 meters elevation.
Sustainability First
At Kukusa, we only deal with specimens from sustainable butterfly farms in Peru. Each purchase supports local conservation efforts and rural livelihoods.
