Sunday 1 November 2015

210. The Clipper (Parthenos sylvia)

Number: 210      
Family: Nymphalidae       
Sub-Family:  Limenitidinae      
Species: Parthenos sylvia  
Common name(s): The Clipper  
Rarity: Common   
Province(s) / Place(s) sighted: Phu Wiang NP (Khon Kaen), Nam Nao NP (Petchabun); Phu Foi Lom (Udon Thani); Phu Phan NP (Sakhon Nakhon); Phu Suan Sai NP (Loei); Kaeng Krachan

Though I have bumped into this species on regular occasions, I can never get decent shots of it as it is sooooo skittish. One day you will be mine! These are the best shots I have managed so far.
 

 

209. The Clear Sailor (Neptis clinia susruta)

Number: 209    
Family: Nymphalidae      
Sub-Family:  Limenitidinae      
Species: Neptis clinia susruta   
Common name(s): The Clear Sailor
Rarity: Common   
Province(s) / Place(s) sighted: Phu Suan Sai NP (Loei), February 2015