Red-bordered Metalmark vs Helena Brown Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-bordered Metalmark | Helena Brown Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Caria ino | Tisiphone helena |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 28-35 mm wingspan | 5-6 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | South Texas through Mexico and Central America | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red-bordered Metalmark
A dark metalmark butterfly with bright red-orange borders along the wing edges and metallic blue-green scaling at the wing bases. It perches with wings spread flat.
Did You Know?
Males are fiercely territorial, perching on sunlit leaf surfaces and darting out at any passing insect.
Helena Brown Butterfly
A dark brown butterfly with orange-ringed eyespots found in shaded forest environments. It has a weak, bobbing flight close to the ground.
Did You Know?
It is one of very few Australian butterflies that prefers deep shade over sunny open areas.