Mazia amazonica
Scientific NameMazia amazonica
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyBiblidinae
Wingspan (mm)55
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsorange, black
HabitatTropical rainforests, forest edges
Geographic RangeAmazon basin (Peru, Ecuador, Brazil, Bolivia)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely Euphorbiaceae based on related species
Flight PeriodYear-round in suitable climates
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), and adult. Larvae of related species are often spiny.
Identification TipsKey features include the bright orange ground color, the distinctive pattern of irregular black spots across the wings, and the prominent dark brown/black wing margins.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly characterized by its vibrant orange wings, heavily adorned with numerous irregular black spots and broad dark brown to black margins on both forewings and hindwings.
