It has been 98 years since the mariposa (or butterfly) known scientifically as Tetrisia florigera was first discovered in 1911 by entomologist, William Schaus.  However, little was ever revealed about the species, which Schaus claimed to have observed in the San Jose area.  Now an investigator with InBio (Instituto Nacional de Biodiversidad) named José Montero has re-discovered the species, but in a completely different location.  He has found the species in the Veragua Rainforest and Adventure park located in the province of Limón.  Montero observed a female of the species in January of this year.  The fact that it was found in Limón some 400 meters above sea level shows that the species has a wide range of possible distribution, as Schaus’ previous sighting was at an altitude closer to 1,000 meters.  Until now the only example of the species known was the one that could be found in the Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C.  Montero told La Nación that the habit and habitats of this species of mariposa are virtually unknown.