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Family Riodinidae, The Metalmarks

These butterflies are named for the metallic bands of marks on the undersides of the wings.  There are a few species in North America, but their greatest diversity is found in Central and South America.  There, the colors and variety are mind boggling.
Lysippus Metalmark