Phylaca Sister
Common NamePhylaca Sister
Scientific NameAdelpha phylaca
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyLimenitidinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Primary Colorsdark brown, white, orange
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America (from Mexico to Brazil and Peru)
Host PlantsRubiaceae, Caprifoliaceae
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, with multiple broods
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically spiny and feed on various host plants, eventually forming a chrysalis from which the adult butterfly emerges.
Identification TipsKey features include the broad, straight white median band, the specific placement of the orange patches on the forewing tip and hindwing, and the overall dark brown ground color. Often seen perching with wings open.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with dark brown wings, characterized by a prominent, broad white band extending across both forewings and hindwings, complemented by bright orange patches near the forewing apex and on the hindwing margin.
