Red-banded Pyrrhogyra
Common NameRed-banded Pyrrhogyra
Scientific NamePyrrhogyra edocla
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyBiblidinae
Wingspan (mm)55
Primary Colorswhite, red, black, pale blue
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeMexico to Brazil and Argentina
Host PlantsEuphorbiaceae (e.g., Croton species)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically spiny and feed on host plants from the Euphorbiaceae family.
Identification TipsThe distinctive red and black banding on a white or pale blue ground color on the underside of the wings is unique to this species within its range.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly characterized by its striking underside pattern of white or pale blue wings adorned with bold red bands outlined in black, and a checkered outer margin.
