Agathina Emperor
Common NameAgathina Emperor
Scientific NameDoxocopa agathina
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyApaturinae
Wingspan (mm)70
Primary Colorsblue, purple, black, orange
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America
Host PlantsCeltis
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, multiple broods
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on host plants, larvae feed on leaves, and pupate into a chrysalis before emerging as adults.
Identification TipsMales are easily identified by their striking iridescent blue-purple upperwings with a prominent orange and white band on the forewings; females are typically duller brown with similar spotting.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly, typically a male, displaying brilliant iridescent deep blue-purple upperwings with broad black margins and a distinct band of orange spots on the forewings.
