Hamadryas arinome

Family

Nymphalidae

Genus

Hamadryas

Specie

arinome

Forewing Length

35-38 mm

Range

Mexico to Amazon Basin. Subspecies: Costa to Bolivia.

Host Plant

Dalechampid triphylla (Euphorbiaceae).

Pupa Stage

Approximately 8-10 days.

Pupa Description

Color varies from green to brown, from all the Hamadryas this one presents green spots in the abdomen area.

Adults Description

Sexes dimorphic. Distinguished by the jagged forewing white band, distinct in female, indistinct in male. Hindwing upperside has elongate marginal blue ocelli; hindwing underside black with red spots.

Habits Description

Occurs from sea level to 600 m in association with Atlantic lowland primary forest habitats, but in the canopy.

Special Thanks to Dr. Philip J. Devries

He researched nature for a long time in a huge effort to open our eyes to some impressive details making possible a deeper comprehension of entomology.

become a client