Bush Scarlet
Common NameBush Scarlet
Scientific NameRathinda amor
FamilyLycaenidae
SubfamilyTheclinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsorange, black
HabitatForest clearings, scrubland, secondary forests, gardens
Geographic RangeSouth Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, parts of China)
Host PlantsAcacia, Xylia, Ixora, Breynia, Grewia, Schleichera oleosa, Ziziphus mauritiana
Flight PeriodThroughout the year in tropical regions, with peaks during monsoon and post-monsoon seasons
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are slug-shaped and often myrmecophilous (associated with ants). Pupae are short and stout, typically camouflaged.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its striking bright orange upperside with broad black margins. The underside, though not visible here, features filamentous tails and small eyespots.
Description
A small, vibrant butterfly with bright orange wings broadly bordered in black, especially on the forewings. The underside is cryptic brown with filamentous tails.
