Neptis Philyra

A rare butterfly species, Neptis philyra, was recently discovered in Tale Valley Wildlife Sanctuary.

About Neptis Philyra:

• Neptis philyra, also known as the long-streak sailor, is a rare butterfly species.
• The butterfly’s wings are serrated with colours rich brownish-black on the upper side and yellow-brown on the underside.
• It features distinctive white cell streak markings forming a “hockey stick” pattern on the forewing.
• The Neptis philyra is a part of the Nymphalidae family.
• It is native to various regions of East Asia, including eastern Siberia, Korea, Japan, central and southwest China.
• Preferred habitats include evergreen forests, riverine vegetation, and rocky streams.

About Tale Wildlife Sanctuary:

• Also known as Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, this protected area was established in 1995.
• It is located in Arunachal Pradesh, India, encompassing part of the Ziro Valley.
• The sanctuary lies within the Boreal Zone and features subtropical and temperate broadleaved and conifer forests.
• It is a major drainage area for the Subansiri River, a tributary of the Brahmaputra River.
• Fauna includes diverse species such as the clouded leopard, Malayan giant squirrel, Indian muntjac, barking deer, and Asian palm civet.
• Avifauna in the sanctuary includes the black eagle, collared owlet, golden-breasted fulvetta, scarlet minivet, verditer flycatcher, and Mrs. Gould’s sunbird.

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