Siproeta stelenes

Family

Nymphalidae

Genus

Siproeta

Specie

stelenes

Forewing Length

45-48 mm

Range

Southern United States to the Amazon Basin. SUBSPECIES: Central America.

Host Plant

Ruellia, Justicia, Blechum (Acanthaceae).

Pupa Stage

Approximately 10 days.

Pupa Description

As in Siproeta epaphus but with fewer black spots a longer, recurved cremaster.

Adults Description

Pale green upperside with broad brown margins; rusty brown and marking on underside.

Habits Description

Occurs commonly from sea level to 1,400 m, in a variety of habitat types but commonest in open second growth. Frequently seen in open areas visiting flowers, dung, carrion, or rotting fruits, and a familiar visitor to domestic gardens.

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.

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