-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 Anaea

-Tropical Leafwing (Anaea aidea)

The Tropical Leafwing (Anaea aidea) is a fascinating butterfly species in the family Nymphalidae, known for its remarkable leaf-like camouflage. The Tropical Leafwing has a striking contrast between its upper and underwings. The upper side of the wings is a vibrant orange or reddish-brown with darker borders, while the underside is brown and resembles a dead leaf, with veining and irregular patterns that help it blend into its surroundings.