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Metalmarks are a small group of butterflies that are both small in size and extremely colorful.  Their name comes from the shiny markings on the wings.

  • The vast majority of of members of this group are found in Neotropical hot countries, but a few members are found in the US.
  • Many members of this group mimic members of other groups that are poisonous.   Some mimic Swallowtails others Milkweed eating species.