Blue-spot Pansy
Common NameBlue-spot Pansy
Scientific NameJunonia orithya
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyNymphalinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Primary Colorsdark brown, black, blue, white, orange
HabitatOpen grassy areas, scrubland, gardens, agricultural fields, forest clearings
Geographic RangeAfrica, Asia (including India, Southeast Asia, China, Japan), and Australia
Host PlantsBarleria, Ruellia, Antirrhinum, Plantago, Phyla
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions; multiple broods in warmer seasons elsewhere
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants. The larvae are spiny, typically dark with lighter patterns, and pupate as suspended chrysalises. This species is multivoltine, producing multiple generations annually.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the two prominent, brilliant iridescent blue eyespots on the hindwings, often ringed with orange and black. The forewings also have smaller eyespots and noticeable white patches near the apex.
Description
This medium-sized butterfly has dark brown to black wings, prominently featuring large, iridescent blue eyespots on the hindwings. The forewings display smaller orange-ringed eyespots and distinct white and orange markings.
