Falcate Metalmark

Description:

Photo take at my backyard this is another common butterfly in the area. around 3 cm wingspan. Tip of forewing of both sexes extends outward slightly. Upperside of male dark brown; female brown with large creamy patch on forewing. Underside of male orange with dark checks; female yellow-brown

Habitat:

A variety of habitats adjacent to forests. Range: Panama north through Central America and Mexico. Rare resident in South Texas.