Faithful Beauty
Common NameFaithful Beauty
Scientific NameCompsia fidelissima
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Primary Colorsblack, blue, white, red
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America (from Mexico south to Brazil and Argentina)
Host Plantsvarious plants (polyphagous), Apocynaceae, Rubiaceae
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically hairy and pupate in a cocoon.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its unique combination of black wings with white spots, iridescent blue body and hindwings, and prominent red basal patches on the forewings. It is active during the day.
Description
A striking diurnal moth featuring black forewings with numerous white spots and bright red patches at the base. Its hindwings and abdomen are a brilliant iridescent blue, contrasting with the black and white markings.
