Swamp Metalmark

About Swamp Metalmark

A rare and localized metalmark butterfly of midwestern wetlands with warm rusty-brown wings marked with fine metallic lines. It has very specific habitat requirements.

How to Identify Swamp Metalmark

Swamp Metalmark (Calephelis mutica) belongs to the order Lepidoptera, family Riodinidae. Adults typically measure 22-28 mm wingspan.

Swamp Metalmark Habitat

Swamp Metalmark is found in wetlands habitats, particularly across Upper Midwest United States, Great Lakes region. This species has adapted to thrive in its preferred environment, where it can find suitable food sources and shelter.

Swamp Metalmark Diet and Feeding

Swamp Metalmark has an omnivorous diet, feeding on both plant and animal matter. This dietary flexibility allows it to exploit a wide range of food sources in its environment.

Where Is Swamp Metalmark Found?

Swamp Metalmark can be found in Upper Midwest United States, Great Lakes region, where it inhabits wetlands environments. Its distribution is influenced by climate, food availability, and habitat suitability.

Is Swamp Metalmark Dangerous?

Swamp Metalmark is generally harmless to humans. It does not bite or sting and poses no significant health risk. Like most insects, it prefers to avoid human contact and will typically flee rather than confront a perceived threat.

Swamp Metalmark Role in Nature

Swamp Metalmark plays a role in its ecosystem as part of the food web, serving as both consumer and prey. Insects like Swamp Metalmark are a vital food source for birds, bats, and other wildlife, and contribute to the overall health and balance of their environment.

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