Nymphalidae : Danainae
Anetia cubana (Salvin, 1869)
Cuban King
Anetia cubana (Salvin, 1869)
Cuban King
Description and Similar Species: Wingspan 86-116mm. Sexes similar. Resembles a large dark swallowtail in markings and behaviour but the lack of tails and the pattern of white and pale yellow spots is distinctive when seen settled. .
Range: Endemic to Cuba.
Status: Found only in the forests at the eastern end of the island where it is uncommon.
Nectar Plants: Ageratum, Tournefortia.
Larval Foodplants: Unknown.
Range: Endemic to Cuba.
Status: Found only in the forests at the eastern end of the island where it is uncommon.
Nectar Plants: Ageratum, Tournefortia.
Larval Foodplants: Unknown.
