White-edged blue baron
Common NameWhite-edged blue baron
Scientific NameEuthalia phemius
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyLimenitidinae
Wingspan (mm)67.5
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsdark brown, blue, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical evergreen and deciduous forests, forest edges, clearings
Geographic RangeIndia, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, southern China, Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore, Sumatra, Borneo, Java
Host PlantsAnacardium occidentale, Mangifera indica, Rhus, Schinus
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, with peaks during monsoon season
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae are green with spiny processes, camouflaged on leaves. Pupae are green and angular, resembling a leaf or twig.
Identification TipsLook for the combination of dark upperwings, white streaks on the forewings, and the prominent iridescent blue and white marginal band on the hindwings. Antennae typically have orange tips.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with dark brown to black upperwings featuring white streaks on the forewings and a striking iridescent blue band along the outer margin of the hindwings, bordered by a thin white line.
