Butterflies of Kabini E Book

Butterflies
of
Kabini River Lodge
Nagarhole National Park
( Rajiv Gandhi National Park )
Nagarhole National Park (643.39 sq. km.) is part of the

Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve together with the Bandipur National
Park (874.2 sq. km.), Mudumalai (320.99 sq. km.) and
Wayanad (344.44 sq. km.). It is one of the last remaining and
best protected habitat not only for endangered and charismatic
species like the elephant and the tiger but also for a plethora of
other organisms - big and small.
Spread across the districts of Mysore and Kodagu in

Karnataka, Nagarhole was originally constituted into a
sanctuary in the year 1955 covering an area of 285 sq.km.
Subsequently, it was enlarged to include adjoining areas of
Mysore district and it now spans an area of 643.39 sq. km. It
was given the status of a National Park in 1983.
The gently undulating terrain is well drained by rivers and

streams. Kabini, a tributary of Kaveri, is the largest river
draining the park. An irrigation dam was built across Kabini
in the year 1974 creating the picturesque backwaters that
separates Nagarhole and Bandipur National Parks. The other
and Laxmanteertha.
Moist and dry deciduous forest dominate the landscape.

Valuable timber trees like teak, rosewood, mathi, honne, and
nandi can be seen. When in bloom, trees like the Flame of the
forest, Red Silk Cotton and Indian Laburnum add colour to
the forest.
Kabini River Lodge
The story of Jungle Lodges and Resorts Ltd. began with its
operations at Kabini. Kabini River Lodge is the erstwhile
hunting lodge of the Maharaja of Mysore and his favorite
guests. This lodge is located in Kharapura village on the
backwaters of Kabini dam. During the late 18th and early 19th
century it was common to see Viceroys, Lords, Dukes and
other such dignitaries visiting Kabini. About four decades ago,
JLR started operations in the same premises and began
its path breaking experiment of ecotourism in a wilderness
setting. Today, it is among the popular wildlife resorts. It
showcases the wealth of Nagarhole and indeed the wilderness
of Karnataka.
The backwaters of Kabini, along with the adjoining Nagarhole

National Park, is a visual treat. The forest extends as far as the
eye can see; a Mecca for wildlife, big and small. Sambar, chital,
gaurs, wild pigs, elephants, leopards and tigers - it is widely
considered to be among the best for wildlife viewing.
And that’s not all! The sprawling campus of Kabini River Lodge,
delight the eye. A stroll on the property is sure to spring a few

surprises. Besides the many species of trees, there are over
50 species of grasses on the property! Also seen are a
and spiders. This booklet depicts some 50 species of these
the Kabini River Lodge. Go for a walk and enjoy these delicate
beauties.
B u tt e rfl i e s s ym b o l iz e a s p i rit o f fre e d o m , h o p e a n d
transformation amongst other things. Many are characterized by
their bright vivid colours and interesting patterns. They also
have varied shapes and sizes. Thanks to these factors,
of great interest.
They possess scales on their wings (scales are the powdery
In fact, Lepidoptera, the order to which they belong, literally

means `scale-wings’.
laid by the female on selected plants hatch into caterpillars (also

called larva; plural larvae). The larva is nothing more than an
it emerged. It goes on to devour the leaves on which the egg

was laid. It grows in size very fast and as it does, sheds (moults)
its skin a few times before becoming a pupa, which is a dormant
phase.
During this period, drastic changes occur within the pupa. The
and pupa is fascinating to watch and very few of us have been

lucky to witness it.
Butterflies are generally useful insects. They pollinate various
for a plethora of other organisms, making them an important part
particularly in urban spaces. You can help support some of these
wingspan) and the smallest, the Grass Jewel (1.5cm. wingspan).

The premises of the Kabini River Lodge plays home to both
these butterflies besides over 75 species of these beautiful
campus. As you perambulate, we hope that you spot many of

them and take back those memories with you.
to do this, it is important for us to understand a few things
sensory capabilities of their antennae and legs to detect the

correct host plant. Upon emerging from the egg, the larvae
proceed to eat the leaves of the host plants. The relationship
liquid diet. This means, that some plants that bear flowers that
needed - both as larvae and as adults.
Milkweeds Plain Tiger
Mast Tree Tailed Jay & Common Jay
Curry leaf plant Common Mormon &

Common Lime
Lemon plant Common Mormon,
Blue Mormon & Common Lime
Castor plant Common Castor
Indian Laburnum Common Emigrant &

Grasssyellow
Indian Beech Tree Common Banded Awl &
Common Cerulean
Red Pierrot
( )
spend time there. You will also have a good chance of
observing the entire life-cycle of butterflies. It can be
draw other insects that seek nectar and consequently their
also enhance the biodiversity of your locality.
One could also consider planting some of the following as
Ageratum
Lantana ( garden varieties )
Buddleia
Marigold
Celosia
Pentas
Cosmos
Periwinkle
Ixora
Zinnia
Ixora Lantana
Zinnia Pentas
More importantly, if there are some plants like Tridax and

Heliotropium that grow on their own, they should be allowed to
for nectaring as well.
The process of planting and nurturing the plants and

eventually seeing butterflies visiting them can be very
satisfying and enjoyable!
Papilionidae
family Papilionidae. This includes all the birdwings and

the Southern Birdwing too - the largest Indian butterfly.
Many of them are characterized by having a protrusion
on their hind wings giving them a tail-like appearance.
This gives them their popular name - Swallowtail
colourful.
Graphium agamemnon
Graphium doson
Common Bluebottle
Graphium sarpedon
Common Lime
Papilio demoleus
Blue Mormon
Papilio polymnestor
Common Mormon
Papilio polytes
Pachliopta hector
Southern Birdwing
Troides minos
of the family Hesperiidae are called Skippers. Most of
brighter colours. They are also characterized by the

presence of noticeably large eyes.
Common Banded Awl

Hasora chromus
Pseudocoladenia dan
Indian Skipper
Spialia galba
Iambrix salsala
Udaspes folus
Pieridae
coloured white, yellow and orange. Hence, they are often

referred to as the whites and yellows. Many members
of this family are known to congregate on wet mud in
large numbers to mud-puddle while some species can
be seen visiting animal excreta too. Some migrate in
large numbers.
Common Emigrant
Catopsilia pomona
Mottled Emigrant
Catopsilia pyranthe
Eurema blanda
Eurema hecabe
Great Orange Tip

Hebomoia glaucippe
Leptosia nina
Common Wanderer
Pareronia hippia
Appias albina
The Pioneer
Belenois aurota
Common Gull
Cepora nerissa
Common Jezebel
Delias eucharis
butterflies of this family are brightly coloured and
handsome insects. Nymphalids have only 4 functional
legs. Some butterflies of this family are also known
for their long distance migration.
Plain Tiger
Danaus chrysippus
Striped Tiger
Danaus genutia
Blue Tiger
Tirumala limniace
Common Crow
Euploea core
Acraea terpsicore
Common Leopard
Phalanta phalantha
Common Sailer
Neptis hylas
Athyma selenophora
Commander
Moduza procris
Common Baron
Euthalia aconthea
Ariadne merione
Hypolimnas bolina
Hypolimnas misippus
Junonia iphita
Junonia lemonias
Common Evening Brown

Melanitis leda
Mycalesis patnia
Tamil Treebrown
Lethe drypetis
Ypthima huebneri
Ypthima baldus
(ranging from pale blue to dark metallic shades) is
family. Some species are also have shades of orange.

Hence, the family is referred to by the common name
– Blues and Coppers. Larvae of some members of this
family have interesting association with ants.
Common Silverline
Spindasis vulcanus
Red Pierrot
Talicada nyseus
Common Pierrot
Castalius rosimon
Chilades pandava
Pea Blue
Lampides boeticus
Freyeria trochylus
Zizula hylax
Common Cerulean
Jamides celeno
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No 49, West wing, Ground Floor, Khanija Bhavan,
Race Course Road, Bengaluru - 560001. Ph: +91 80 40554055
www.junglelodges.com www.jlrexplore.com
Compiled by Karthikeyan S., Chief Naturalist JLR

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Butterflies

Nagarhole National Park (643.39 sq. km.) is part of the

Spread across the districts of Mysore and Kodagu in

The gently undulating terrain is well drained by rivers and

Moist and dry deciduous forest dominate the landscape.

The backwaters of Kabini, along with the adjoining Nagarhole

delight the eye. A stroll on the property is sure to spring a few

and spiders. This booklet depicts some 50 species of these

They possess scales on their wings (scales are the powdery

In fact, Lepidoptera, the order to which they belong, literally

laid by the female on selected plants hatch into caterpillars (also

it emerged. It goes on to devour the leaves on which the egg

and pupa is fascinating to watch and very few of us have been

Butterflies are generally useful insects. They pollinate various

for a plethora of other organisms, making them an important part

particularly in urban spaces. You can help support some of these

wingspan) and the smallest, the Grass Jewel (1.5cm. wingspan).

campus. As you perambulate, we hope that you spot many of

sensory capabilities of their antennae and legs to detect the

needed - both as larvae and as adults.

Milkweeds Plain Tiger

Mast Tree Tailed Jay & Common Jay

Curry leaf plant Common Mormon &

Indian Laburnum Common Emigrant &

draw other insects that seek nectar and consequently their

also enhance the biodiversity of your locality.

One could also consider planting some of the following as

More importantly, if there are some plants like Tridax and

for nectaring as well.

The process of planting and nurturing the plants and

family Papilionidae. This includes all the birdwings and

brighter colours. They are also characterized by the

Common Banded Awl

coloured white, yellow and orange. Hence, they are often

Great Orange Tip

Common Evening Brown

family. Some species are also have shades of orange.

JLR Kings Sanctuary 9449599796

Bandipur Safari Lodge 9449597880

Dubare Elephant Camp 9449597876

Bannerghatta Nature Camp 9449599756

Bheemeshwari Adventure & Nature Camp 9449597885

Galibore Nature Camp 9449599768

River Tern Lodge, Bhadra 9449599780

Sharavathi Adventure Camp 9449599784

Om Beach Resort, Gokarna 9480885307

Devbagh Beach Resort, Karwar 9449599778

Kali Adventure Camp, Dandeli 9449597871

Old Magazine House, Ganeshgudi 9480885303

Hampi Heritage and Wilderness Resort 9449597874

Black Buck Resort, Bidar 9740880119

Bhimgad Adventure Camp 9449599782

Bhagawathi Nature Camp 9449597875

Sakrebyle Elephant Camp 9480887180

Seethanadi Nature Camp 9449599758

Kemmannugundi Hill Resort 9449597883

Gopinatham Mystery Trails 9480885300

Hemmadaga Nature Camp 9880464303

Chigarimala Nature Camp 9880464303