Taiwan Sailer
Common NameTaiwan Sailer
Scientific NameNeptis taiwana
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyLimenitidinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsblack, white
HabitatForest edges, open woodlands, shrublands, often near streams
Geographic RangeTaiwan
Host PlantsBoehmeria, Pouzolzia
Flight PeriodMarch to November (multiple broods)
Flight Stylegliding
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants. Larvae are typically green or brown, often with spines, feeding on leaves. Pupae are cryptic, resembling dead leaves or twigs.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its specific pattern of broad white bands, especially the continuous band on the hindwing and distinct white spots on the forewing apex, differentiating it from other *Neptis* species in its range.
Description
A medium-sized dark brown butterfly with prominent broad white bands crossing both forewings and hindwings, and a series of white spots near the forewing apex.
