Redtail Marquis
Common NameRedtail Marquis
Scientific NameHestina assimilis
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyApaturinae
Wingspan (mm)70
Primary Colorsdark brown, white, orange
HabitatForests, woodlands, forest edges, often near streams
Geographic RangeEast Asia (China, Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Laos, Taiwan)
Host PlantsCeltis sinensis, Celtis biondii, Celtis formosana
Flight PeriodApril to October
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on the leaves of host plants. Larvae are green with horn-like projections, feeding on *Celtis* species. They pupate into a green chrysalis before emerging as adults.
Identification TipsKey features include the dark brown wings with prominent white bands and spots, especially the small reddish-orange spots along the hindwing margin that give it its common name.
Description
A medium-sized dark brown butterfly characterized by broad, striking white bands across both forewings and hindwings, and a series of white spots on the forewing apex, with small orange-red spots along the hindwing margin.
