Terra Clearwing
Common NameTerra Clearwing
Scientific NameIthomia terra
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyDanainae
Wingspan (mm)50
Wing Patterntransparent
Primary Colorstransparent, orange, black, blue-green
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, cloud forests, forest edges
Geographic RangeCentral America to northern South America (e.g., Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia)
Host PlantsSolanum species
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae typically feed on plants from the Solanaceae family. The pupae are often reflective or metallic, a common trait among Ithomiini.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the extensive transparency of the wings, the specific pattern of orange-brown borders and dark veins, and the often noticeable blue-green iridescence within the clear wing sections.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly characterized by largely transparent wings, outlined by distinct orange-brown margins and dark veins, often with a subtle bluish-green sheen in the clear areas.
