Family Satyridae

Some common Satyrids. Eyespots. Some of the most whimsical patterns in the butterfly world. Butterflies of the family Satyrinae are known for their prominent eyespots which act as decoys and lures and their seemingly drab colouration. Many of them are, however, intricately marked with delicate streaks and lines which aid in their camouflage.



The Common Three Ring, Ypthima pandocus corticaria.


Common Four Ring, Ypthima huebneri. The smallest, daintiest of the 'Rings'.


The Dark Brand Bush Brown, Mycalesis mineus macromalayana.


The Common Palmfly, Elymnias hypermnestra agina.



Common Five Ring, Ypthima baldus newboldi.


The Malayan Bush Brown, Mycalesis fusca fusca.


The Nigger, Orsotriaena medus cineria. What a name.