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Many-banded daggerwing

Many-banded daggerwing

Marpesia chiron

A species of Daggerwings

Marpesia chiron, the many-banded daggerwing, is a species of daggerwings, map butterflies in the family Nymphalidae. It is found in Central America, North America, and South America. The MONA or Hodges number for Marpesia chiron is 4549.

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Attributes of Many-banded daggerwing
Colors
Brown
Black
White
Habitat
tropical forest; opening area; river valley
Adult Food Sources
Lantana flowers, eupatorium flowers, buddleja flowers, heliotropium flowers, ageratum flowers
Larva Food Source
Passiflora leaves, passiflora edulis, passiflora lutea, passiflora suberosa, passiflora incarnata
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Many-banded daggerwing is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
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Life Cycle of Many-banded daggerwing
Egg The egg is the initial stage in the life cycle of many-banded daggerwing, which is often laid on host plants. The eggs are tiny, spherical, and can vary in color but are usually inconspicuous to avoid predation.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva of many-banded daggerwing is worm-like, with a primary focus on eating and growth. It undergoes several molts, increasing dramatically in size with each stage, and its coloration often reflects the need for camouflage.
Pupal The pupa stage is a transitional phase during which many-banded daggerwing undergoes significant transformation. Encased within a chrysalis, it doesn’t eat or move, and internally, body structures are broken down and reorganized.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult many-banded daggerwing’s development is marked by wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction and feeding.
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Predators of Many-banded daggerwing Larvae
Birds, ants, wasps, spiders
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Predators of Adult Many-banded daggerwing
Birds, bats, spiders, praying mantises, rodents
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Interesting Facts About Many-banded daggerwing
Many-banded daggerwing butterflies have the unique ability to accurately mimic dead leaves, not just in color but also in shape and texture, aiding their camouflage.
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Scientific Classification of Many-banded daggerwing
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How Can You Attract Many-banded daggerwing
Since many-banded daggerwing is part of the Lepidoptera order, adults are likely to be attracted to flowers with nectar. Therefore, blooming plants could be used as natural lures.
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Habitat Preferences of Many-banded daggerwing Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of many-banded daggerwing are typically found on the underside of host plant leaves, where the female chooses to lay them for protection and food source for the hatching caterpillars. Caterpillars of many-banded daggerwing are then usually found on or near their host plants, often on the stems or leaves where they feed and grow until pupation. Pupae are often in concealed locations, such as plant debris or the underside of leaves, leveraging camouflage for defense during this vulnerable phase. To find these various stages, one would inspect host plants for eggs and caterpillars, and carefully search the surrounding debris and leaf undersides for pupae.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Many-banded daggerwing
The best time to find adult many-banded daggerwing would usually be during the daytime when they are most active, particularly on sunny days. For larvae, they can be sought after during their active feeding periods which can be seasonally variable.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Many-banded daggerwing
Optimal weather for finding many-banded daggerwing would be warm and sunny conditions as these are conducive to the activity of butterflies and their physiological processes.
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How and Where Can You Find Many-banded daggerwing at Different Life Stages
Egg Many-banded daggerwing eggs are typically laid on host plants. To find them, search the leaves (especially the undersides) of known host plants for small, often spherical or ovate objects that may be variably colored.
Larva Many-banded daggerwing larvae or caterpillars can be found on or near their food sources, which are specific host plants. Look for signs of feeding, like chewed leaves, and inspect both the undersides and tops of leaves.
Pupal Many-banded daggerwing chrysalises are often well-camouflaged and attached to the stems or leaves of plants or under ledges. Finding them involves carefully scanning potential surfaces and sometimes following larvae known to be ready to pupate.
Adult To locate adult many-banded daggerwing, search near the habitats of their food sources such as flower-rich fields, edges of woods, and gardens during their flight period. Look for them basking in the sun or feeding on nectar.
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Are Many-banded daggerwing harmful to humans?

Some larvae of tortoiseshell butterflies feed on milkweed, which is a poisonous plant containing cardiac glycosides, so the larvae are poisonous. Although poisonous, these butterflies will not directly affect humans if not swallowed. Touching the larvae of certain tortoiseshell butterflies may cause a rash.
Beneficial Effects of Many-banded daggerwing
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Pollinator
Attract Plant Feature
Color, Shape
Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar
Many-banded daggerwing is a silent contributor to the pollination process, flitting gracefully from flower to flower. With a penchant for Passiflora, it indulges in the pollen, while inadvertently dusting itself with pollen to carry to the next bloom. This elegant dance ensures the continuation of floral generations.
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