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common palm fly has a precostal cell in the hindwings and a tuft of androconial
scales on the dorsal discal cell of the hindwings like other species in the
genus Elymnias. Males and females do not look alike in this species. Common
palm fly is a species of satyrine butterfly which is found in South and
Southeast Asia. They are common in jungles and palm plantation; these
butterflies are active throughout the year. Common palm fly usually avoids
bright daylight and hardly comes to open places. They are weak flyers. They are
seen settling for a long time on leaves and trunks of plant trees. <o:p></o:p>The Common
Palmfly (Elymnias hypermnestra) is a medium-sized butterfly known for its
unique mimicry and subtle beauty. It exhibits strong sexual dimorphism, meaning
males and females have different appearances.<o:p></o:p>The
Common Palmfly has a wingspan of about 60-80 mm. It is commonly found in
tropical and subtropical regions of South Asia and Southeast Asia, especially
near palm trees, from which it derives its name. This butterfly prefers shaded
areas, such as undergrowth in gardens, forests, and palm plantations.<o:p></o:p><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p>

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