Golden Emperor
Common NameGolden Emperor
Scientific NameChitoria chrysolora
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyApaturinae
Wingspan (mm)65
Primary Colorsorange, white, black
HabitatSubtropical and tropical forests, often near streams or damp areas
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (China, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam)
Host PlantsCeltis spp.
Flight PeriodApril to October
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically camouflaged, feeding on host plants, before pupating into a chrysalis.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive tawny-orange ground color combined with a broad, clean white discal band on both wings. The ventral side, as shown, is paler with the prominent white band and small, often indistinct, ocelli.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with tawny-orange wings, characterized by a prominent white band extending across both forewings and hindwings. The underside is paler, displaying similar banding and subtle eye-spots.
