Extra Lascar
Common NameExtra Lascar
Scientific NamePantoporia hordonia
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyLimenitidinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsorange, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, open woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines)
Host PlantsAcacia, Albizia, Mussaenda
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, with multiple broods
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae are typically cryptic, feeding on leaves, and pupate into a chrysalis.
Identification TipsRecognizable by its bold orange and black striped pattern, with broad orange bands on both forewings and hindwings.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with striking orange and black striped wings, featuring broad orange bands on a black background.
