Glauce leafwing

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Identification: The wings are leaf-like and dark brown on the upperside, with iridescent blue basal and postbasal regions. The forewings have an iridescent blue subapical spot. The hindwings have a tail-like projection just below mid-termen. The underside of the wings has a blotchy greyish-brown appearance, and resembles dried foliage. The body is iridescent blue on the upperside and brown on the underside. 

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Reported from: Kaieteur (Region 8)