Nature Field Guide
Banded Peacock Butterfly
- Spanish name
- Mariposa pavo real bandeada
- Scientific name
- Anartia fatima
What Do Pico & Tati Think?
Pico: “Let's look closely at the banded peacock butterfly!”
Tati: “We can compare its shape and markings without touching it.”
Species overview
About the Banded Peacock Butterfly
Compare the pale cross-wing band and darker ground color.
Identification
Key Features of the Banded Peacock Butterfly
Brown wings
pale band across wings
reddish accents toward hindwings
Habitat & range
Forest paths, edges and nearby vegetation in Guanacaste. Local habitat and abundance vary.
Local observations
Costa Rican references are linked below. Guanacaste is the documented regional starting point; these tags are not a complete national range map.
When to observe
Look during suitable weather. Activity and visibility vary by locality and species.
Conservation & care
Observe without collecting, handling or disturbing insects or nests. Stay on permitted paths. Leave caterpillars and their food plants in place.
Observation activity
Record the date, location and two visible clues. Compare your observation with a verified photograph before naming a species.