Tailed Judy
Common NameTailed Judy
Scientific NameAbisara neophron
FamilyRiodinidae
SubfamilyNemeobiinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Primary Colorsbrown, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeSouth and Southeast Asia (e.g., India, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia)
Host PlantsMaesa indica, Maesa montana
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, with multiple broods
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; eggs are laid on the host plants, larvae feed on leaves, and pupation typically occurs on or near the host plant.
Identification TipsKey features for identification include the striking brown and white striped pattern, the two prominent tails on each hindwing (especially the one with a white tip), and the small eyespots near the tails.
Description
A medium-sized brown butterfly characterized by broad, prominent white bands across both forewings and hindwings, and distinctive tails on the hindwings, one of which is tipped with white.
