Royal Assyrian
Common NameRoyal Assyrian
Scientific NameTerinos clarissa
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyCyrestinae
Wingspan (mm)60
Primary Colorsorange, blue, brown
HabitatTropical rainforests, forest edges, open clearings
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Myanmar)
Host PlantsUnknown
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, with multiple broods
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; eggs are laid on host plants, larvae feed and pupate into a chrysalis before emerging as adults. Specific details for this species are not well-documented.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its distinctive reddish-orange ground color contrasted with prominent iridescent blue or lavender transverse bands across both forewings and hindwings, and its scalloped hindwing.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with striking reddish-orange wings adorned with broad, iridescent blue or lavender bands, particularly on the forewings, and a scalloped hindwing margin.
