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Varuna Butterfly

Plate XXVII — Varuna Butterfly is Fig. 8
Plate XXVII — Varuna Butterfly is Fig. 8

Butterfly.-This species is much smaller than any of those which have thus far been mentioned. It is found in the prairie lands of Montana, North Dakota, and the parts of Canada adjacent. It is not uncommon about Calgary. It is light in color on the upper side of the wings, and on the under side it is mottled with brown, strongly marked with blackish blotches or shades. Expanse, 1.50-1.60 inch.

Early Stages.-These await description.