Two-tailed Pasha

Description:

Charaxes jasius is a medium to large butterfly with a wingspan reaching 65–75 mm in males and 75–90 mm in females.[1] The uppersides of the wings are dark brown with orange margins. The hind wings bring two short tails, characteristic of most species of the genus. Close to these tails there are a few blue markings. The adults prefer ripe fruits, of which they suck the sugary liquids.

Habitat:

Its typical habitat in Europe is the Maquis shrubland, up to 700–800 meters above sea level. In Africa it is found in savanna and thornbelt habitats.

Notes:

Unfortunately this is as close as I approached to this butterfly this year. Next year I am coming back to my dearest island Lastovo and I hope to get some great photos!