-Animals (Kingdom Animalia)

-Arthropods (Phylum Arthropoda)

-Hexapods (Subphylum Hexapoda)

-Insects (Class Insecta)

-Winged and Once-winged Insects (Subclass Pterygota)

-Butterflies and Moths (Order Lepidoptera)

-Butterflies (Superfamily Papilionoidea)

-Metalmark Butterflies (Family Riodinidae)

-True Metalmarks (Subfamily Riodininae)

-Tribe Riodinini

-Genus Caria

-Red-bordered Metalmark (Caria stillatiia)

Caria stillaticia, commonly known as the Gold-headed Metalmark, is a small but striking butterfly in the family Riodinidae. It is notable for its contrasting coloration, with a bright golden-orange head and thorax set against dark brown wings, giving it a distinctive and eye-catching appearance. This species is found in Mexico and Central America, particularly in tropical forests, edges, and clearings. Adults are often seen perching on leaves or flying short distances, and like many metalmarks, they may feed on nectar, sap, or mineral-rich moisture.