Wild Periyar – Common Castor Butterfly

The Periyar Tiger Reserve is famous for butterflies, in fact 144 species of butterflies have been identified in this region.  The Common Castor (Ariadne merrione) is a frequently sighted example.

Wild Periyar: December 20, 2012

Mr. Shaji, a local photographer, joined one of the morning treks and shared his photos. According to him these are the common sightings he experiences early in the day, which is always the best time for wildlife viewing. Continue reading