Tailess Disc Oakblue
Common NameTailess Disc Oakblue
Scientific NameArhopala aedias
FamilyLycaenidae
SubfamilyTheclinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsbrown, tan, blue
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (India, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia)
Host PlantsLithocarpus, Quercus
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are often myrmecophilous, associating with ants for protection. The pupa is typically short and stout.
Identification TipsKey features include the dull brown underside with faint markings, the prominent iridescent blue patch on the hindwing tornus, the lack of tails, and bright green eyes. The upperside is typically iridescent blue.
Description
This is a small to medium-sized butterfly with a dull brown or tan underside, marked with faint darker brown transverse lines and small ring-like spots. A distinctive iridescent blue patch is present near the tornus of the hindwing, and its eyes are bright green.
