Iphianassa Clearwing
Common NameIphianassa Clearwing
Scientific NameIthomia iphianassa
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyDanainae
Wingspan (mm)55
Primary Colorstransparent, orange, black, white
HabitatHumid tropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeMexico south through Central America to Bolivia and Brazil
Host PlantsSolanum, Cestrum
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on toxic Solanaceae plants, accumulating defensive compounds. Pupae are often reflective or metallic.
Identification TipsKey features include the transparent wings with a specific pattern of orange and black markings, and the row of white spots along the black outer wing margins. The antennae often have yellow tips.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with largely transparent wings, featuring prominent orange patches and black veins, bordered by black margins adorned with a series of distinct white spots.
