Morpho amathonte is a Neotropical butterfly belonging to the subfamily Morphinae of the family Nymphalidae.

[1][2] The conspicuous blue coloration shared by most Morpho species may be a case of Müllerian mimicry, or may be 'pursuit aposematism'.

[5] This species shows an evident sexual dimorphism which differentiates males from females.

From closely related species Morpho amathonte is distinguished by a large dark spot at the top of the front wings.

[6] This species can be found in Panama, Costa Rica, Venezuela, Colombia and Ecuador.