Plain Nawab
Common NamePlain Nawab
Scientific NamePolyura hebe
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyCharaxinae
Wingspan (mm)70
Primary Colorsbrown, pale green, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, open woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (including India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines)
Host PlantsCroton, Mallotus, Acacia
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, with multiple broods
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae are green with a distinctive horned head capsule. Pupae are typically green and suspended by the cremaster.
Identification TipsKey features for identification include the rich brown and pale green banded pattern, the two short tails on the hindwings, and its characteristic fast, powerful flight.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with a rich brown ground color on the upperside, prominently marked with a broad, pale green band extending across both forewings and hindwings. The hindwings feature two short tails.
