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Peru — amazon
Rhetus perianderExoticAmazonPeruRiodinidae
Periander Metalmark
Periander Metalmark — Rhetus periander
Published on March 30, 2026
Long, elegant tails and brilliant blue-purple iridescence.
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About this Species
Rhetus periander is one of the most recognizable metalmarks due to its long, elegant tails and the intense blue-purple iridescence that covers its wings. It is an extremely active butterfly during sunny mornings.
Habitat
Secondary forests, riverbanks, and sunny clearings throughout the Amazon.
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