Bhutan Glory

The Bhutan Glory (*Bhutanitis lidderdalii*) is native to the eastern Himalayas, specifically found in Bhutan, northeastern India, and parts of Myanmar. It typically flies at high altitudes in dense, forested mountain regions.

This rare swallowtail butterfly is distinguished by its distinctive black and yellow wing patterns. It also features unique, elongated hindwings with multiple tails, giving it a striking and somewhat erratic flight pattern.

While its exact conservation status varies by region, the Bhutan Glory is considered rare and is heavily dependent on its specific forest habitat. The species is protected by law in India under the Wildlife Protection Act to prevent over-collecting by enthusiasts.

The butterfly was named after the Kingdom of Bhutan, where it was first documented by a British entomologist named Robert Lidderdale in the 19th century. Its scientific name, *Bhutanitis lidderdalii*, directly honors both the country and its discoverer.