Veined Russet
Common NameVeined Russet
Scientific NameHypolycaena thecloides
FamilyLycaenidae
SubfamilyTheclinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsbrown, orange, black, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, open woodlands, forest edges, gardens
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (including India, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines)
Host PlantsDendrophthoe, Macrosolen, Scurrula
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, with seasonal peaks
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva, pupa, adult. Larvae typically feed on mistletoe host plants.
Identification TipsKey features include the unique orange band with black-and-white spots on the hindwing underside, contrasting with the mottled brown/grey forewing. Often has small filamentous tails on the hindwings.
Description
A small butterfly with a mottled brown and grey underside, featuring a distinctive orange band on the hindwing adorned with black spots ringed in white.
