Doxocopa
Hübner, 1819
Emperor butterflies
Species Guides
2- Doxocopa laure(Silver Emperor)
- Doxocopa pavon(Pavon Emperor)
Doxocopa is a of Neotropical butterflies in the Nymphalidae, Apaturinae. The genus comprises approximately 17 described , commonly known as emperors. Many species exhibit strong , with males often displaying iridescent blue or green upper wing surfaces. The genus was established by Hübner in 1819 and is distributed primarily from Mexico through Central America and into South America.
Pronunciation
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Identification
Males of most Doxocopa are distinguished by iridescent blue or green coloration on the upper wing surfaces. Females generally resemble species of the Adelpha, with which they are frequently confused; females typically lack the iridescent coloration of males and display more subdued brown or orange patterns with white bands or spots. The genus can be separated from related Apaturinae by a combination of wing venation and genitalic characters, though field identification to species level often requires examination of secondary sexual characters.
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Distribution
Neotropical region, ranging from Mexico through Central America and into South America.