Guatemalan Crescent
Common NameGuatemalan Crescent
Scientific NameAnthanassa drusilla
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyNymphalinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsorange, brown, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, clearings, open woodlands, gardens
Geographic RangeSouthern North America (southern Texas, Florida), Central America, South America (down to Argentina)
Host PlantsRuellia, Strobilanthes
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, multiple broods
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on host plants, typically species in the family Acanthaceae. Larvae are spiny and feed on the leaves, while pupae are often camouflaged.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its vibrant orange-yellow dorsal wings with prominent dark brown/black marginal bands, especially on the forewings. The underside often shows more intricate patterns.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with bright orange-yellow wings, featuring broad dark brown to black borders on the forewing apex and outer margins.
