Green-veined Emperor
Common NameGreen-veined Emperor
Scientific NameCharaxes bernardus
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyCharaxinae
Wingspan (mm)75
Primary Colorsorange, black, yellowish-green
HabitatTropical and subtropical evergreen and deciduous forests, forest edges, open woodlands
Geographic RangeSouth Asia, Southeast Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, southern China)
Host PlantsAlbizia, Acacia, Dalbergia, Croton, Schleichera oleosa
Flight PeriodYear-round (multivoltine)
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants. Larvae are green with a rough texture and a horned head capsule. Pupae are green and suspended head-down.
Identification TipsKey features include the yellowish-green basal forewings, vibrant orange and black patterned outer wings, and two prominent tails on each hindwing. Its powerful, rapid flight is also characteristic.
Description
A medium-to-large butterfly characterized by yellowish-green basal forewings, bright orange outer wings with prominent black spots and bands, and orange hindwings with two distinct tails.
