Yellow-banded Amber
Common NameYellow-banded Amber
Scientific NameMechanitis polymnia
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyIthomiini
Wingspan (mm)60
Primary Colorsblack, yellow
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, clearings, gardens
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America
Host PlantsSolanum species
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesFemales lay eggs on host plants, typically Solanum species. Larvae are often striped, and pupae can be reflective or metallic.
Identification TipsKey features include the distinctive black and yellow banded pattern on its wings, often with a reddish-brown area at the base of the forewing, and its characteristic slow, deliberate flight.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with black wings prominently marked by bright yellow bands and patches across both forewings and hindwings. Its body is slender and black.
