Andromica clearwing
Common NameAndromica clearwing
Scientific NameGreta andromica
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyDanainae
Wingspan (mm)55
Wing Patterntransparent
Primary Colorstransparent, reddish-brown, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, cloud forests, forest edges
Geographic RangeCentral America (Mexico to Panama) and northern South America (Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru)
Host PlantsSolanum quitoense, Solanum spp.
Flight PeriodYear-round
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on toxic *Solanum* plants, sequestering alkaloids that make both larvae and adults unpalatable to predators, a classic example of aposematism.
Identification TipsLook for the combination of transparent wings, reddish-brown borders, and the specific white/pale blue markings on the forewing tips. Its slow, floating flight is also characteristic.
Description
This butterfly features largely transparent wings, allowing light to pass through, bordered by a rich reddish-brown. The forewing apex displays distinct white or pale blue patches.
