Common Sailer
Common NameCommon Sailer
Scientific NameNeptis hylas
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyLimenitidinae
Wingspan (mm)60
Primary Colorsdark brown, white
HabitatOpen woodlands, forest edges, gardens, parks
Geographic RangeSouth Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia
Host PlantsDalbergia, Lonicera, Pueraria, Rubus
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, multiple broods in temperate areas
Flight Stylegliding
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants. Larvae are green with spiny projections, and pupae are typically green or brown, sometimes with metallic spots.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive pattern of white bands on dark brown wings, especially the broad discal and post-discal bands, and its characteristic gliding flight.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with dark brown wings featuring prominent white bands and spots; the underside is a lighter brown.
