Large Vagrant
Common NameLarge Vagrant
Scientific NameCatopsilia scylla
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyColiadinae
Wingspan (mm)65
Primary Colorspale yellow, dark brown, yellow
HabitatOpen areas, gardens, parks, forest edges, coastal regions, often near host plants.
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia, Australia, India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, New Guinea.
Host PlantsSenna tora, Senna occidentalis, Senna alata, Senna siamea
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, often peaking during wet seasons.
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants. The larvae are green with a white lateral stripe, and the pupae are green, angled, and attached by a silken girdle.
Identification TipsLook for the pale yellow wings combined with the prominent dark purplish-brown and yellow band on the forewing apex and outer margin, and its bright green eyes.
Description
This medium-sized butterfly has pale yellow wings, with the forewing apex and outer margin featuring a distinctive dark purplish-brown band bordered by bright yellow. Its eyes are a striking green.
