Hungarian Glider
Common NameHungarian Glider
Scientific NameNeptis rivularis
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyLimenitidinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Primary Colorsdark brown, white
HabitatForest edges, clearings, damp meadows, riverbanks, often near deciduous forests
Geographic RangeCentral and Eastern Europe, parts of Asia (Siberia, China, Korea, Japan)
Host PlantsSpiraea, Filipendula, Ulmus, Prunus, Sorbus, Crataegus, Lonicera
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylegliding
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae are green, overwinter as young caterpillars, and pupate in spring.
Identification TipsLook for its dark wings with a distinctive broad white band across the hindwing and a series of white spots and bands on the forewing. Its characteristic slow, gliding flight is also a key identifier.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with dark brown to black wings prominently marked with broad, continuous white bands and distinct white spots on the forewings.
