Marsh acraea
Acraea rahira rahira
Fun Fact: The hurried flight of the Marsh Acraea (Acraea rahira rahira), can be seen close to streams, dams, rivers and marshes. Swarms of adults can be seen in these habitats.
Introduction: The hurried flight of the Marsh Acraea (Acraea rahira rahira), can be seen close to streams, dams, rivers and marshes. Swarms of adults can be seen in these habitats.
Distribution: The marshy areas of northern Namibia, Kavango River region east of Rundu .
Breeding: Eggs are laid on the surfaces of leaves.
Colouration: The male is orange-brown, with black streaks on the ends of all wing veins. Black spots scatter hind and forewings.
On the wing: For most of the year especially from September to April.
Wingspan: Male: 35 to 40mm. Female: 43 to 48mm.
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