Euthalia zubeengargi :A New Butterfly Species
A new butterfly species was recorded in Arunachal Pradesh and named it as Euthalia zubeengargi.
- It is a butterfly species that was discovered in Arunachal Pradesh
- It is found in semi-evergreen forests.
- It belongs to the genus Euthalia, a group commonly found across South and Southeast Asia.
- Members of this group are typically seen in forested habitats and are known for their earthy brown wings marked with pale spots.
- It prefers cool, shaded forest interiors.
- The butterfly rests on low vegetation, feeding on tree sap and occasionally gathering minerals from damp surfaces near streams.
- It appears to be active mainly from late morning to early afternoon, making short, slow flights between nearby plants
- Euthalia zubeengargi is one of more than 80 species from this group recorded in India’s northeastern region.
- These are valuable indicators of the environment, whose health can influence their presence, abundance, and diversity.
