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The Jungle Glory – Thaumantis diores Doubleday
Colour: Dark brown with shining blue patch on all wings

A somewhat rare butterfly of 95-115 mm. Upper surface of wings dark brown with a prominent large shining metallic blue patch in the middle area of each wing. This butterfly was seen to inhabit moist and shady areas of forest. Recorded from Nongpoh during October.