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Date Sep 25, 2025
Duration 00:00:16
File Size 82.08 MB
Resolution 3840 x 2160

Chestnut Bob Butterfly (Iambrix Salsala) - Animal India - Conservation - Lime flower

The Chestnut Bob butterfly species (Iambrix salsala) is belonging to the family Hesperiidae, known as skipper butterflies. It is found in various parts of South and Southeast Asia. This dark brown butterfly, distinguished by orange scales and a distinctive silver spot on its hindwing, is dwelling in forests, feeding on nectar from small flowers, and having a swift, short jerky flight pattern. It is often basking with its hindwings flat and forewings held perpendicular to its body. A small Chestnut Bob butterfly couple is enjoying feeding on lime flowers and is playing a role as a pollinator. While feeding, it is sometimes being disturbed by bees or ants in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on June 19, 2025

Chestnut Bob Butterfly (Iambrix Salsala) - Animal India - Conservation - Lime flower

The Chestnut Bob butterfly species (Iambrix salsala) is belonging to the family Hesperiidae, known as skipper butterflies. It is found in various parts of South and Southeast Asia. This dark brown butterfly, distinguished by orange scales and a distinctive silver spot on its hindwing, is dwelling in forests, feeding on nectar from small flowers, and having a swift, short jerky flight pattern. It is often basking with its hindwings flat and forewings held perpendicular to its body. A small Chestnut Bob butterfly couple is enjoying feeding on lime flowers and is playing a role as a pollinator. While feeding, it is sometimes being disturbed by bees or ants in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on June 19, 2025

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