Two-tailed Pasha
VU

Two-tailed Pasha

Charaxes jasius

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Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charaxes_jasius

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

The Two-tailed Pasha faces significant pressure from habitat degradation across its Mediterranean range, particularly the loss of mature strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo) woodlands essential for larval development. Urban expansion and agricultural intensification have fragmented populations, while climate change is shifting suitable habitat zones northward faster than the species can adapt. Collection pressure for the butterfly trade compounds these threats, as this spectacular species remains highly sought after by collectors.

Threat summary

Habitat

The Two-tailed Pasha inhabits Mediterranean maquis and woodland areas dominated by its primary host plant, the strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo), typically in coastal regions and hillsides up to 1,000 meters elevation. Adults frequent sunny clearings and woodland edges where they feed on tree sap, rotting fruit, and occasionally flowers.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Two-tailed Pasha classified as Vulnerable?
Two-tailed Pasha is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. The Two-tailed Pasha faces significant pressure from habitat degradation across its Mediterranean range, particularly the loss of mature strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo) woodlands essential for larval development. Urban expansion and agricultural intensification have fragmented populations, while climate change is shifting suitable habitat zones northward faster than the species can adapt. Collection pressure for the butterfly trade compounds these threats, as this spectacular species remains highly sought after by collectors.
Where does Two-tailed Pasha live?
Two-tailed Pasha occurs in Albania, Algeria, Angola, Austria, Belarus, and Benin (plus 61 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Two-tailed Pasha?
The main threats to Two-tailed Pasha are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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