Orange-barred Pixie
Common NameOrange-barred Pixie
Scientific NameCatonephele numilia
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyBiblidinae
Wingspan (mm)60
Primary Colorsblack, orange, red
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeMexico to Brazil, Central and South America
Host PlantsAlchornea
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are spiny and feed on *Alchornea* plants. The pupa is typically green or brown and camouflaged.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive broad orange bar on the black forewing and the smaller orange/yellow markings on the hindwing, often with bright red spots. Males and females have different patterns, with females often having more extensive yellow or white markings.
Description
This butterfly has velvety black wings with a prominent, broad orange bar across the forewing and smaller orange or yellow markings on the hindwing, often accompanied by bright red spots near the body.
