小环蛱蝶 Pallas' Sailer

Neptis sappho · Lepidoptera · 蛱蝶科 · IUCN: LC

Macro photography of Neptis sappho

The Pallas' Sailer (Neptis sappho) is a remarkable butterfly distinguished by its smaller than N. hylas with narrower white bands and more rounded wings. This species inhabits open woodlands, meadows, and river valleys, where it is a weak, sailing flight, often seen in large numbers at flowers. As a member of the Nymphalidae (蛱蝶科), it represents an important component of its ecosystem, contributing to the intricate web of interactions that sustain biodiversity in its native range.

体长 Size
20-50 mm
分布 Distribution
China
生境 Habitat
Forest
活跃季节 Season
May - Sep
保护级别 Conservation
LC
中国特有 Endemic
否 No

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