Species information
Scientific name: Pithecops corvus
Japanese name: リュウキュウウラボシシジミ
Chinese name: 黑丸灰蝶
English name: Forest Quaker, Pithecops corvus
Origin: Southeast Asia, southern China, Taiwan. In Japan, it is only found on Okinawajima and Iriomote.
Ecology and description
Forest Quaker is a small lycaenid butterfly, characterized by a black circular spot on its hindwings. The larvae feed on plants of the Desmodium genus, including Desmodium laterale. Its population is scarce on Okinawajima.
Field photographs taken during our tours, with observation dates
During our 【Forest Walk】tour, there is a chance to see this species, especially when visiting butterfly gardens, where the chances of spotting them are higher than in other locations.
