Family: Nymphalidae (brush-footed butterflies).Geographic Distribution: Central and South America and the West Indies.
Wingspan: 95 - 120 mm (3.75 - 4.75 in).
Larval host plants: Several species in the pea family (Fabaceae).
Habitats: All forest habitats; up to 1800 m.
Identification: Easily identified by the brilliant blue color on the upperside of their wings. Males of this species have more blue than the females. The undersides have a distinctive pattern of black and yellow ringed eyespots on a brown background (see image above).
