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Butterfly populations are a very good indicator of the health of an area's ecosystem !!
Curetis thetis is a small butterfly that thrives in a variety of habitats such as tropical rainforests, deciduous forests, and scrublands.
They prefer wooded areas but can also be found in gardens and parks that provide ample sunlight. Openings in forest canopies provide perfect places for these sun loving butterflies to bask.
They have a slow, graceful flight pattern, often flitting from leaf to leaf while basking in the sunlight.
Their unique flight patterns make them a fun sight to witness as they explore their surroundings.
They can be seen across Asia, including countries like India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
They are frequently found in Nepal's forested areas and gardens, where sunlight pierces through the trees.
To witness these mesmerizing creatures up close, explore nature reserves or national parks where they are likely to live.
Male Indian Sunbeams are known for their dazzling wing colors ranging from bright blue to metallic silver.
Males are territorial and engage in display flights designed to attract females while fending off potential rivals.
They often perch on trees or bushes in sunlit areas, showcasing their striking appearance to the world.
Females lack the metallic hues found in males, but are no less beautiful.
Females boast an array of subtle brown and cream colors that blend seamlessly with their surroundings.
Their natural camouflage allows them to dodge predators and safeguard their eggs.
Females lay eggs on host plants during the mating season, providing a starting point for the next generation's life cycle.
They are not considered rare.

Avg. wingspan: 4 – 5 cm / 1.57 – 1.96 “
Diet: larva feed on Pongamia glabra, Derris scandens, Abrus precatorius (Leguminosae), Xylia dolabriformis and Heynia trijuga (Meliaceae).
Diet: adults take nectar from Ageratum conyzoides flowers, Tridax procumbens flowers, Ixora coccinea flowers, Lantana camara flowers, and Eupatorium odoratum flowers.
Family: Lycaenidae

The single biggest threat to butterfly survival is habitat destruction!!
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