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Red-bordered Satyr
Gyrocheilus patrobas (Hewitson, 1862)
Attributes of Gyrocheilus patrobasFamily: Brush-footed Butterflies (Nymphalidae) Subfamily: Satyrs and Wood-Nymphs (Satyrinae) Identification: Leading edge of forewing is curved; wings are dark brown; upper and lower sides are identical. Forewing has a light brown submarginal band and 3-4 small white spots just inside the band. Hindwing has a wide, dull red border. Life history: Males patrol in shady habitat for females. Flight: One brood from mid-August to October. Wing span: 2 - 2 3/8 inches (5.1 - 6 cm). Caterpillar hosts: Muhlenbergia emersleyi in Arizona. Adult food: Not reported. Habitat: Streamsides in open coniferous forests in the mountains of central and southern Arizona. Range: Central Arizona south to Central America. Conservation: Not usually required. NatureServe Global Status: G4 - Apparently secure globally, though it might be quite rare in parts of its range, especially at the periphery. Management needs: None reported. | Documented Records for Gyrocheilus patrobas |
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