Claudina Butterfly
Common NameClaudina Butterfly
Scientific NameAgrias claudina claudina
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyCharaxinae
Wingspan (mm)75
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsblack, orange, red, blue
HabitatTropical rainforests, forest edges, canopy
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America (from Mexico south to Brazil, Peru, Bolivia)
Host PlantsCroton, Sapium
Flight PeriodYear-round (multiple broods)
Flight Stylegliding
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants from the Euphorbiaceae family. Larvae are green with horned heads and a forked tail. Pupae are typically green or brown, providing camouflage.
Identification TipsKey features include its robust build, the distinctive pattern of iridescent blue/purple and vibrant orange-red patches on a black background, and its occurrence in Neotropical rainforests.
Description
A robust, medium-sized butterfly with striking dorsal coloration. The forewings are black with a large, vibrant orange-red patch and iridescent blue markings, while the hindwings feature a prominent central orange-red area.
