Banded Marquis
Common NameBanded Marquis
Scientific NameAthyma zayla
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyLimenitidinae
Wingspan (mm)65
Primary Colorsdark brown, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., India, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia)
Host PlantsGlochidion
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, with peak activity during monsoon seasons
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), and adult. Caterpillars are typically cryptic or spiny, feeding on host plant leaves.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its dark brown wings with a broad, continuous white band extending across both fore and hindwings, and a few small white spots near the forewing tip. The underside mirrors the upperside pattern but may have a slightly lighter ground color.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with dark brown wings featuring a prominent, broad white band across both forewings and hindwings, complemented by small white spots near the forewing apex.
