Striped Blue Crow
Common NameStriped Blue Crow
Scientific NameEuploea mulciber
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyDanainae
Wingspan (mm)80
Primary Colorsblack, purple, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, open woodlands, gardens, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeIndia, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia (Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines), Southern China, Taiwan, Japan
Host PlantsParsonsia, Nerium oleander, Ficus, Asclepias
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylegliding
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically black with yellow bands and red spots, feeding on host plants from the Apocynaceae family. Pupae are often metallic gold or silver.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its dark wings with prominent iridescent blue-purple patches on the forewings and a pattern of white streaks and spots. Males have a distinct scent patch (brand) on the hindwing.
Description
A medium to large butterfly with dark brown to black wings, featuring iridescent blue-purple patches on the forewings and distinct white streaks and spots on both forewings and hindwings.
