Red-barred Amarynthis
Common NameRed-barred Amarynthis
Scientific NameAmarynthis meneria
FamilyRiodinidae
SubfamilyRiodininae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsblack, orange, white
HabitatTropical rainforests, forest edges, clearings, often near streams
Geographic RangeCentral and South America (e.g., Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Guyana)
Host PlantsUnknown
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, with peaks during rainy seasons
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), and adult. Larvae are typically cryptic or have defensive structures, and pupae are often attached to host plants.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the deep black wings with bright, broad orange transverse bands on both forewings and hindwings, combined with scattered small white spots. The iridescent blue-green on the thorax can also be a subtle clue.
Description
A striking butterfly with deep black wings adorned with prominent, broad orange bands across both forewings and hindwings, and numerous small white spots scattered over the black areas. The body is also black with some iridescent blue-green scales on the thorax.
