Description

• Common Name : Commander
• Scientific Name : Moduza procris (Cramer)
• Family : NYMPHALIDAE
• Wingspan : 60-75mm
• Colour : Reddish brown with white discal band on both wings.
• Habit : Occurs in forested regions, but may also be found in open areas, very fond of visiting damp patches. Generally sits with wings open while feeding on the salts and moisture.
• Larval Host Plants : Cadaba fruticosa, Neolamarckia cadamba, Mussaenda frondosa, Hedyotis orixense
• Location : Throughout West Bengal

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