Description
This species is one of several Rapalas which can be found in Singapore. The males of Rapala varuna orseis are indigo blue above and the undersides are dark brown with a purple wash in side light. The post-discal bands are broader than the two other species which appear similar to it.

The species possess a white-tipped thread-like tail, and a tornal lobe on the hindwings.

Habitat & Habits
The butterfly is a rapid flyer but can often be seen when it stops to rest or to feed at flowering plants.

Other Observations
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Early Stages
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Further Reading
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