Cross-barred White
Common NameCross-barred White
Scientific NameAppias albina
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyPierinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorswhite, brown, yellow
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, open woodlands, gardens
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines)
Host PlantsCapparis, Crataeva, Drypetes
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Eggs are laid on host plants, larvae feed on leaves, pupate into a chrysalis, and emerge as adult butterflies.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the prominent dark brown or black band crossing the white forewing, especially visible on the underside, and the yellowish body and wing bases.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with predominantly white wings featuring a broad, dark brown or black band across the forewing and dark margins on the hindwings. The body and base of the wings often show yellowish coloration.
