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The Rulers 



THE BLUE EMPEROR [Basilarchia astyanax) 

 There are a number of butterflies whose common names signify 

 high rank. The Blue Emperor is also called the Red-spotted Purple, 

 the red spots being at the apex of the front wings on the upper side but 

 more scattered on the lower side. 



THE WHITE ADMIRAL [Basilarchia arihemid) 

 The White Admiral may be recognized by the conspicuous white 

 band which crosses both dark purple wings. 



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