Green Flash
Common NameGreen Flash
Scientific NameArhopala paramuta
FamilyLycaenidae
SubfamilyTheclinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patterniridescent
Primary Colorsgreen, black
HabitatTropical forests, forest edges, open woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., India, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia)
Host PlantsAcacia, Albizia, Saraca
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Eggs are laid on host plants, larvae feed on leaves, pupation occurs on or near the host plant, leading to the adult butterfly.
Identification TipsThe most distinctive feature is the vibrant, uniform iridescent green on the underside of the wings. Look for the small size and typical hairstreak antennae.
Description
A small to medium-sized butterfly with a brilliant iridescent green underside on both forewings and hindwings, often with faint white spots along the hindwing margin. The upperside is typically dark brown or bluish.
