Taiwanese Kaiser
Common NameTaiwanese Kaiser
Scientific NamePolyura eudamippus
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyCharaxinae
Wingspan (mm)70
Primary Colorsblack, white, dark blue
HabitatForests, forest edges, broadleaf forests
Geographic RangeTaiwan
Host PlantsAlbizia julibrissin, Acacia confusa
Flight PeriodMarch to November
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically green with distinctive horned head capsules, feeding on host plant leaves before pupating into a chrysalis.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its robust build, dark wings with bold white stripes and spots, and often a somewhat angular wing shape. The specific pattern of white markings is key for identification.
Description
This butterfly features striking dark blue-black wings with prominent, broad white stripes on the hindwings and a series of white spots on the forewings, particularly along the outer margins.
