Pagyris euryanassa
Common NamePagyris euryanassa
Scientific NamePagyris euryanassa
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyIthomiini
Wingspan (mm)45
Primary Colorsorange, black, pale yellow, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, cloud forests, forest edges
Geographic RangeAndean regions of South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia)
Host PlantsSolanaceae species (e.g., Solanum spp.)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical habitats
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae typically feed on host plants from the Solanaceae family.
Identification TipsKey features include the unique combination of bright orange, black, and pale yellow/cream patches, along with the distinct row of white spots on the outer black margins of the wings.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with striking orange, black, and pale yellow/cream wings. The wings feature broad orange central areas, bordered and patterned with black, and distinct pale yellow or cream patches with a series of white spots along the outer black margins.
