Double-spotted Owl-Butterfly
Common NameDouble-spotted Owl-Butterfly
Scientific NameCaligo brasiliensis
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilySatyrinae
Wingspan (mm)100
Primary Colorsbrown, dark brown, black, blue, purple
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeCentral and South America (Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina)
Host PlantsMusa, Heliconia, Calathea, Canna, Erythrina
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, often crepuscular
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on host plants, developing into large, striped caterpillars. The pupae are typically green or brown and hang suspended upside down.
Identification TipsKey features include its large size, overall cryptic brown coloration, and the two distinct, large, black-and-yellow ringed eyespots on the underside of each hindwing.
Description
A large, cryptic brown butterfly featuring prominent, double-ringed eyespots on its hindwings that mimic an owl's eyes, complemented by subtle iridescent blue-purple markings.
