Pallas' Sailer
Common NamePallas' Sailer
Scientific NameNeptis hylas
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyLimenitidinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Primary Colorsdark brown, white
HabitatOpen forests, forest edges, clearings, scrubland, gardens
Geographic RangeSouth Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia (India, Sri Lanka, China, Japan, etc.)
Host PlantsDesmodium, Glycine, Lonicera, Prunus, Ulmus
Flight PeriodMultiple broods, generally spring to autumn in temperate regions, year-round in tropical areas
Flight Stylegliding
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae are typically green or brown, often with spines or protuberances. Pupae are chrysalides, often suspended from a silk pad.
Identification TipsKey features include the dark brown wings with a distinctive pattern of broad white bands and spots, especially the continuous white band across the hindwing and the broken bands on the forewing. The greenish head and thorax can also be a helpful identifier.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with dark brown wings adorned with prominent white bands and spots across both forewings and hindwings. The head and thorax often have a greenish tint.
