Tropical Leafwing
Anaea aidea

General: The Tropical Leafwing is primarily a Mexican species that strays into the Memorial. The underside looks like a dead leaf but the dorsal side is bright orange. Adults were observed in late 1996 and early 1997; and again in late 1998.
Flight: spring to fall
Foodplant: croton, Croton sp.
Status: may be an occasional resident

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