Found throughout the country. Sub marginal rows consist of streaks on both wings. Paired lines on fore wing are almost straight and continuous. Never settle with open wing even for basking. Tiny tails and tornal spots act as a false head to protect from the predators.
Common Cerulean (Jamides celeno)
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