Luminoptera Ignis, named from Latin for light (luminis), wings (ptera), and fire (ignis), is a delicate butterfly with translucent wings displaying phosphorescent amber patterns (570-620 nm) in rhythmic spots and bands for communication or mating. It has a slender body up to 10 cm wingspan, weighing ≤2 g, with segmented antennae and legs for agile movement. Inhabiting deep caves at 20-30°C, it favors shaded, humid environments and glides smoothly for energy-efficient flight. Belonging to the Phosphorescent Morphidae cluster of bioluminescent Lepidoptera, it is rare but stable, playing roles in predator deterrence and signaling, highlighting its ecological and evolutionary significance.
Name
BIOME LUMINA #879/1000
Owner
0x533b9CDce87facf35C4066f48537660bf2bf16AD
ID#879
Rarity
EX:2%
MUSEUM
DATALAND
X-LO:MIN
YEAR
2025
X-LO:MIN
COLLECTION
DATALAND FOUNDING COLLECTION
X-LO:MIN
SPECIES NAME
LUMINOPTERA IGNIS
EX:MAX
CLUSTER
PHOSPHORESCENT MORPHIDAE