Sighting of Branded Yeoman Algia fasciata fasciata (Felder & Felder, 1860) (Lepidoptera: Nymphalidae: Heliconiinae) in Jaintia and Cachar Hills, northeastern India

Abstract

We report Branded Yeoman (Algia fasciata fasciata) from the Jaintia Hills of Meghalaya and Barail Hills of Assam in India which represents a significant range extension from its known distribution across South and South East Asia including Andaman Islands. We consolidate other record of the species posted on social media website and personal communications to update the current extent and status of the species in India.

Keywords

• Butterflies
• Branded Yeoman
• Algia fasciata fasciata
• Jaintia Hills
• Barail Hills
• range extension.