Doerries' Admiral
Common NameDoerries' Admiral
Scientific NameLimenitis doerriesi
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyLimenitidinae
Wingspan (mm)65
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsdark brown, white
HabitatForest edges, open woodlands, clearings, often near streams or damp areas
Geographic RangeEastern Asia (e.g., Russian Far East, Korea, northeastern China)
Host PlantsLonicera spp. (honeysuckle)
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylegliding
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae feed on leaves and typically overwinter as a partially grown larva in a hibernaculum before pupating in the spring.
Identification TipsIdentified by its dark brown ground color contrasting sharply with broad, continuous white bands on both wings. The specific arrangement of these white markings helps distinguish it from other 'White Admiral' species in its range.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with a dark brown upperside featuring prominent, broad white bands across both the forewings and hindwings, along with additional white spots near the forewing apex.
