Perak Lascar
Common NamePerak Lascar
Scientific NamePantoporia peraka
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyLimenitidinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsorange, dark brown, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (Peninsular Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Sumatra, Borneo)
Host PlantsAcacia, Albizia
Flight PeriodYear-round
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Eggs are laid singly on host plants, larvae feed on leaves, and pupate before emerging as adults.
Identification TipsIdentified by its distinctive bold orange and dark brown/black striped pattern on the wings. The specific arrangement and width of these bands are key to distinguishing it from similar species within the genus.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly characterized by its striking pattern of broad, alternating orange and dark brown bands across both forewings and hindwings.
