Southern Red Rim
Common NameSouthern Red Rim
Scientific NameBiblis hyperia
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyBiblidinae
Wingspan (mm)57.5
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsblack, red, orange
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeSouthern United States, Mexico, Central America, South America
Host PlantsDalechampia
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions; May to November in northern parts of its range
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on *Dalechampia* host plants, and the larvae are spiny, feeding on the leaves before pupating.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its dark wings with a striking, continuous red-orange band on the outer edge of the hindwings.
Description
This medium-sized butterfly has velvety dark brown to black wings, prominently featuring a bright red-orange band along the outer margin of its hindwings.
