Scarce Bamboo Page
Common NameScarce Bamboo Page
Scientific NamePhilaethria dido
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyHeliconiinae
Wingspan (mm)95
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsgreen, black
HabitatTropical rainforests, forest clearings, and edges
Geographic RangeSouthern Mexico through Central America to the Amazon basin (Peru, Ecuador, Brazil)
Host PlantsPassiflora species
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylegliding
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are spiny and feed exclusively on various species of passion vines (*Passiflora*). The pupa is typically brown and camouflaged as a dried leaf or twig.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its unique pattern of large, bright, translucent green patches on a black background, particularly the distinct bands across both forewings and hindwings.
Description
A large, striking butterfly with black wings featuring prominent, translucent, iridescent lime-green patches that create a stained-glass appearance.
