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Rhetus arcius ( Linnaeus, 1763 ).Caterpillar and chrysalis.
Butterflies in the genus Rhetus are noted for their short palpi, and for having a beautiful blue sheen across the upper surface of the wings. Rhetus are closely allied to Ancyluris and have a similar wing shape.
Usually found singly in the vicitiny of streams or ditches. It occurs in rainforest and cloudforest habitats at altitudes between 0-1200m, but is commonest between 400-800m. The butterfly can be seen throughout the year. Rhetus arcius is found from Mexico to Peru. There are 8 namd subspecies.
It presented as metallic butterfly neon colors !!!!
Spotted on Jun 4, 2015
Submitted on Jul 24, 2015
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