Commander
Common NameCommander
Scientific NameModuza procris
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyLimenitidinae
Wingspan (mm)70
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsorange, black, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, often near streams and damp areas
Geographic RangeSouth and Southeast Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines)
Host PlantsRubus, Mussaenda, Uncaria, Gmelina, Scolopia
Flight PeriodYear-round, peaking during monsoon season
Flight Stylegliding
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe larvae are spiny, typically green or brown, and feed on various host plants. The pupa is angular and camouflaged, resembling a dry leaf or twig.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its distinctive orange-brown ground color contrasted with broad, clean white bands on both wings, and the black outer margin with a row of white submarginal spots. Often found near water sources.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with rich orange-brown wings featuring prominent broad white bands across both forewings and hindwings, edged with a black margin containing a series of small white spots.
