Common Red Forester Did you see this animal?
Scientific Name : Lethe mekara
Family : Satyridae
Order : Lepidoptera
Class : Insecta
Phylum : Arthropoda
Habitat : All types of wildlife habitat
Description : Both male and female of this butterfly species share common characteristics. The sub-terminal region of the hindwing in both sexes is adorned with a vibrant yellowish-red color, featuring a series of four distinct black spots. The female's upper side exhibits a light-red hue and displays an extended oblique band on the forewing. On the underside of both genders, the discal dark line appears straighter, while on the hindwing, it shows a slight angle but does not extend towards the line of ocelli. These butterflies showcase a captivating blend of colors and patterns, making them a fascinating sight to behold.
Distribution in Bangladesh
Other Species from Group
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Orsotriaena medus
(Nigger) -
Ypthima baldus
(Common Five ring) -
Ypthima huebneri
(Common Four ring) -
Hypolimnas bolina
(Great Eggfly) -
Elymnias hypermnestra
(Common Palmfly) -
Tanaecia julii
(Common Earl) -
Junonia lemonias
(Lemon Pansy) -
Symbrenthia lilaea
(Common Jester) -
Pantoporia hordonia
(Common Lascar) -
Cupha erymanthis
(Rustic)
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description written by:Zarin Tasnim,Department of Zoology,University of Dhaka;information source:IUCN Red List Bangladesh-2015, photo credit & copyright: Sayed Abbas more information please contact with us.
description written by:Zarin Tasnim,Department of Zoology,University of Dhaka;information source:IUCN Red List Bangladesh-2015, photo credit & copyright: Sayed Abbas more information please contact with us.