Zemeros flegyas is a small butterfly found in South Asia and Southeast Asia that belongs to the family Riodinidae.
   Their preferred habitat is moist, semi evergreen forests and bamboo thickets and grasslands.
   They are usually found at altitudes between sea level and 1,300 mm (about 4,265 feet).
   In these habitats, Punchinello Butterflies are known for their unique ‘bobbing’ flight, which is very distinctive and differentiates them from other species.
   Their distribution can be quite spotty.
    Unlike most butterflies that are usually active during the day, Punchinello butterflies are known to be ‘crepuscular,’ meaning that they are most active during twilight, the period at dawn and dusk when the world is shrouded in a gentle light.
    They have deep brown wings, generously flecked with orange and topped with a white band. 

   interestingly, they have six spots on their wings that resemble eyes (eyespots).

   Typically, females are slightly larger than males.       Female Punchinello's measure about 18-24 mm, while males are around 17-22 mm.

   Body color is also a significant determinant.

   Male Punchinellos sport a brighter orange hue, while females display softer, more muted colors.

   Females have thick black strips on their wings while on males, these strips are thinner and less prominent.

   Females also have more rounded wings while male’s wings have a slightly pointed edge.
   The Puchinello mating dance begins with the fluttering of the male in distinctive patterns which

is aimed at attracting a mate, with the male often engaging in persistent flying maneuvers around the female to catch her attention.

   During this dance, the male engages in what is  known as a ‘chase and retreat’ pattern.

   This involves darting towards the female, then retreating, repeating the approach several times over.

   Once the male has successfully impressed the female, they then commence what is termed a ‘circle dance.’

    This is considered a demonstration to prove his strength and suitability as a mate.

   The male and female flutter in a close, circular pattern, effectively evaluating each other.

   Finally, their antennas meet, followed by the actual mating, if the female has accepted the male’s advances.

   This pattern can vary. It typically depends on factors such as environmental conditions, maturity of the butterflies, and the presence of rival males.

However, this general sequence tends to hold true for most Punchinello Butterflies.