Philippine Five-Ring
Common NamePhilippine Five-Ring
Scientific NameYpthima stellera
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilySatyrinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsgrey, brown, white, black, yellow
HabitatGrasslands, open forests, forest edges
Geographic RangePhilippines
Host Plantsgrasses
Flight PeriodYear-round
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host grasses. The larvae feed on grass leaves, and pupation typically occurs on or near the host plant.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the complex wavy patterns on the underside of the wings and the distinctive arrangement of multiple eyespots, notably a large apical eyespot on the forewing and several smaller ones on the hindwing.
Description
A small butterfly characterized by intricate grey-brown and white wavy patterns on the underside of its wings, featuring prominent black eyespots ringed with yellow.
