Jezebel Nymph
Common NameJezebel Nymph
Scientific NameCatonephele numilia
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyBiblidinae
Wingspan (mm)55
Primary Colorsdark blue, purple, yellow, red
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America (from Mexico to Brazil and Argentina)
Host PlantsAlchornea, Dalechampia
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae are typically spiny with dark bodies and lighter markings. Pupae are camouflaged, often green or brown.
Identification TipsMales are easily identified by a broad orange band on the black upperside of the forewing. Females, as seen here, have yellow bands and red spots on a dark background, with the distinctive underside pattern of yellow marginal bands and red spots being key.
Description
This butterfly displays a dark purplish-blue underside with striking yellow bands along the wing margins and prominent red spots on both forewings and hindwings.
