Diaethra clymena

Description

The Eighty-eight Butterfly (Diaethra clymena) is a striking species of brush-footed butterfly, renowned for the distinctive black and white patterns on the underside of its hindwings, which often form shapes resembling the numbers '88' or '89'. The upperside of its wings typically displays a dark, often velvety background, accented with iridescent blue or green bands, which can vary in intensity and hue depending on the subspecies and geographical location. This species is native to Central and South America, inhabiting tropical and subtropical forests.