Barred Lineblue
Common NameBarred Lineblue
Scientific NameProsotas aluta
FamilyLycaenidae
SubfamilyPolyommatinae
Wingspan (mm)24
Primary Colorsbrown, cream, black
HabitatOpen areas, forest edges, gardens, disturbed habitats
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines
Host PlantsAcacia, Albizia, Cajanus, Crotalaria, Desmodium, Mimosa, Pithecellobium
Flight PeriodThroughout the year in tropical regions, with multiple broods
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; eggs are laid on host plants, larvae feed on leaves, pupation occurs on or near the host plant.
Identification TipsLook for the unique pattern of dark brown bars alternating with cream or light brown bands on the underside of both forewings and hindwings, along with a small black spot on the hindwing tornus.
Description
A small butterfly characterized by its distinctive brown and cream barred pattern on the underside of its wings, often with a small black spot on the hindwing.
