Family:
Lycaenidae
Subfamily:
Lycaeninae
Genus: Caleta
Species: elna elvira
Common Name: Elbowed Pierrot
Wingspan:
Forms:
Status in Singapore:
Life History: complete
This butterfly can be found in:
•Singapore
Hostplant(s):
Description The wings above are predominantly black, with a broad white band extending from the forewing to the hindwing. The hindwing possesses a pair of slender white-tipped tails.
Habitat & Habits Elbowed Pierrot is often found flying close to the ground and settled at moist spots on the forest floor.