Common Yeoman
Common NameCommon Yeoman
Scientific NameCirrochroa tyche
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyHeliconiinae
Wingspan (mm)55
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsorange, black, brown
HabitatOpen forests, forest edges, clearings, near streams
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines)
Host PlantsFlacourtia indica, Flacourtia jangomas
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae are spiny, often dark with lighter markings, and pupate into camouflaged chrysalises.
Identification TipsIdentified by its striking bright orange upperside, distinct dark brown marginal band, and a row of black spots on the hindwings.
Description
A medium-sized, bright orange butterfly with a dark brown border on its wings and a series of prominent black spots on the hindwing upperside.
