Dark Posy
Common NameDark Posy
Scientific NameDrupadia theda
FamilyLycaenidae
SubfamilyTheclinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsdark brown, iridescent blue, white, yellow
HabitatTropical rainforests, forest edges
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines)
Host PlantsMacaranga species
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are slug-shaped and often myrmecophilous, feeding on Macaranga species.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its dark brown underside with iridescent blue streaks, a broken white band on the forewing, and a yellowish tornal patch with tails on the hindwing.
Description
A small butterfly with dark brown undersides, featuring iridescent blue streaks, white markings, and prominent tails on the hindwings.
