-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)

-Brush-footed Butterflies (Family Nymphalidae)

-Leafwing Butterflies (Subfamily Charaxinae)

-Tribe Anaeini

-Genus Zaretis

-Seasonal Leafwing (Zaretis ellops)

The Seasonal Leafwing (Zaretis ellops) is a butterfly species in the family Nymphalidae, known for its remarkable leaf-like camouflage. It is found in parts of Central and South America, particularly in tropical and subtropical forests. The wings have a distinct pointed shape that mimics the contours of a leaf, further aiding in concealment. This species is commonly found in forest environments, where it relies on its camouflage to evade predators. It often rests with its wings closed, blending seamlessly with dead leaves. Like other members of the Leafwing (Anaeini) tribe, adults feed on rotting fruit, tree sap, and animal dung rather than nectar.