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Abisara saturata kausambioides (de Nicéville, 1896)
Family Name: | Lycaenidae |
Taxonomic Group: | Invertebrates (Butterfly and Moth) |
Common Name: | Malayan Plum Judy |
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Description
Description | The upperside of the male of the Malayan Plum Judy is crimson brown and unmarked. The underside is paler and each wing has a pair of diffuse, pale-purplish post-discal bands. The outer band on the hindwing has a series of black, white-edged spots. The much paler female has a diffused white sub-apical patch. |
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Ecology, Habitat & Location
Ecological Notes | Not a strong flyer, but can take off rapidly to treetops when disturbed. Prefers shady forest understorey habitats. |
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Associated Flora | Host Plant: Ardisia elliptica |
Habitats | Forest, Parks & Gardens |
Status
Conservation Status | Moderately Common |
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References
References | Khew, S.K. 2010. A field guide to the butterflies of Singapore. Singapore: Ink On Paper Communications Pte Ltd. 342pp |
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