Tanaecia cibaritis explained

Tanaecia cibaritis, the Andaman viscount, is a species of nymphalid butterfly found in the Andaman Islands in the Indian Ocean.

Description

Its upperside is brown and has a prominent white band bordered by a black spots. The underside is pale green.[1] The males differ from the females having a narrower white band on the posterior wing and underside is bordered on both sides with black spots. This is the largest in the trigerta species group.[2]

Ecology

It is usually found in moist forested regions, along the forest paths and clearings.[1]

Host plants

The known host plants include Krukoviella obovata.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Kehimkar . Isaac. The Book of Indian Butterflies . Oxford University Press . 386 .
  2. Book: Babington, Charles C. Taylor and Francis. xiv. John Edward Gray . William S Dallas . Willian Francis . The Annals and Magazine of Natural History; zoo.... 2011-12-03. 358 .
  3. Web site: HOSTS - The Hostplants and Caterpillars Database at the Natural History Museum. 2011-12-03.