| Sinthusa nasaka amba |
 This
species was not recorded in Singapore by earlier authors and is considered
a new discovery in Singapore. Sinthusa nasaka amba resembles the
Common Tit (Hypolycaena erylus teatus). However, it is much smaller
in size and the markings on the undersides of the wings are slightly different
from the Common Tit. The undersides of the forewings are shaded with orange.
The males are easily recognised, with the forewing an oily indigo blue and the hindwing shining blue. . It has a pair of thin threadlike tails which are white-tipped. The species is rather uncommon and is found in localised areas in the nature reserves in Singapore. The host plant is unknown. |
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