Junonia intermedia
Common NameJunonia intermedia
Scientific NameJunonia intermedia
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyNymphalinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Primary Colorsdark brown, white
HabitatOpen woodlands, forest edges, clearings, gardens
Geographic RangeSouth and Southeast Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines)
Host PlantsStrobilanthes, Barleria
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants. Larvae are spiny and feed on the leaves of various Acanthaceae species. Pupae are typically suspended.
Identification TipsKey features include its overall dark brown coloration, the distinct white spot on the forewing, and the irregular, somewhat angled wing margins. The cryptic underside, which helps it blend with leaf litter, is also characteristic.
Description
A medium-sized dark brown butterfly with an irregular wing shape, featuring a prominent white spot on the forewing and subtle darker spots on the hindwing. The underside is cryptic, resembling dead leaves.
