Elymnias panthera panthera (Tawny Palmfly) 

Tawny PalmflyThe Tawny Palmfly resembles Elymnias hypermnestra agina (The Common Palmfly) in size and wing shape, but it is dark brown above and the hindwing has a pale buff border bearing a series of submarginal spots. In flight, it may be mistaken for a Danainae or even a worn-out specimen of Papilio polytes romulus (Common Mormon).

The female of this species makes an interesting "clicking" sound with its hindwings when it flutters about its caterpillar host plant laying eggs. The species feeds on a variety of palm. The caterpillar, shown here, lies along the leaves as it feeds and usually does not bother to conceal itself.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 

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