Siseme alectryo
Common NameSiseme alectryo
Scientific NameSiseme alectryo
FamilyRiodinidae
SubfamilyRiodininae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsblack, white, orange, blue
HabitatTropical forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeSouth America (e.g., Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various dicotyledonous plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, possibly seasonal
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae typically feed on host plants, but specific details for this species are not widely documented.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its striking black and white pattern, with the large white patches on both sets of wings. The small orange spots and iridescent blue line on the hindwing margin are key features. Its small size and typical Riodinidae perching posture (wings partially open) are also helpful.
Description
A small butterfly with velvety black wings featuring prominent, irregular white patches on both forewings and hindwings. The hindwings also display a submarginal row of small orange spots, often bordered by a subtle iridescent blue line.
