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.