The colours of animals : their meaning and use, especially considered in the case of insects (1890)
Poulton, Edward Bagnall, Sir, 1856-1943 · New York : D. Appleton · leaf 222
194 THE COLOUES OF ANIMALS cently, the British butterflies did not include an ex- ample, but a large and handsome American Danaid {Danais archippus) seems to be gradually extending its range into every country where the food-plants (Asclepiads) of its larva are to be found. Several individuals have… … Fia. 49. — Danais archippus, showing the conspicuous colours on the under sides of the wings. years, and there is no doubt that it will thoroughly establish itself if it can meet with a sufficient supply of larval food, and can withstand the ceaseless energy of collectors. It is far larger than any…
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