Sagana Fritillary
Common NameSagana Fritillary
Scientific NameNeptis sagana
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyLimenitidinae
Wingspan (mm)55
Primary Colorsdark brown, white, blue
HabitatForest clearings, woodland edges, river valleys
Geographic RangeEastern Palearctic (Siberia, Russian Far East, China, Korea, Japan)
Host PlantsSpiraea, Sorbaria, Ulmus, Betula, Prunus, Salix
Flight PeriodJune to September
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants. Larvae feed on leaves and typically overwinter before pupating in the spring.
Identification TipsKey features include the dark brown ground color with distinct broad white bands and spots, especially the continuous white band across both forewing and hindwing, and its characteristic gliding flight.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with rich dark brown wings adorned with prominent white bands and spots, often exhibiting a subtle bluish iridescence on the hindwing band.
