Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1110013

Long-tailed Metalmark
Rhetus arcius

Observation date: July 21, 2016
Submitted by: username
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It was found somewhere between 7am and 12am on a hot, sunny day.
Status: Unknown
Verified by: Charlie Doggett
Verified date: July 31, 2022
Coordinator notes: Note that this is the Female of what is also called "Sword-tailed Beautymark" as well as the "Long-tailed Metalmark." The male is more black and white (no blue) with red instead of pink spots. Nice find!
Checklist region(s): Costa Rica, Cartago