Darker Commodore
Common NameDarker Commodore
Scientific NamePrecis antilope
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyNymphalinae
Wingspan (mm)55
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsorange, black, brown
HabitatOpen woodlands, savannas, grasslands, forest edges
Geographic RangeSub-Saharan Africa
Host PlantsPlectranthus, Coleus
Flight PeriodYear-round (in warmer regions, often peaking in rainy seasons)
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants. Larvae are spiny, typically dark, and pupae are suspended head-down, often camouflaged.
Identification TipsKey features include the bright orange ground color with bold black markings, and the distinctive scalloped and somewhat angular wing shape, especially on the hindwings.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with vibrant orange wings heavily marked with irregular black spots and bands, and a broad, scalloped dark brown border.
