238. The Mango Baron (Euthalia aconthea gurda)

Number: 238

Family: Nymphalidae

Sub-Family: Limenitidinae

Species: Euthalia aconthea gurda  

Common name(s): The Mango Baron

Rarity: Uncommon

Habitat: Lowland Forested area (a.s.l. approximately 300m)

Province(s) / Place(s) sighted: Nam Phong National Park (Khon Kaen)

 

It is supposed to be common, found in the Mango trees in many parks, villages and gardens .... yet this is the first time I have clapped eyes on The Mango Baron. And I even got the ID wrong. I thought it was The White-Tipped Baron, which is found at nearby Phu Wiang NP. Still, even though it looks a little dull from afar, on closer inspection, it really is rather beautiful.

 

ID credit: Prasobsuk Sukkit