Malay Yeoman
Common NameMalay Yeoman
Scientific NameCirrochroa emalea
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyHeliconiinae
Wingspan (mm)55
Primary Colorsorange, black
HabitatTropical forests, forest edges, often near streams
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, Java, Philippines)
Host PlantsSmilax, Mallotus
Flight PeriodYear-round
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike other butterflies, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, spiny larva, ornate pupa, and adult butterfly.
Identification TipsLook for the striking bright orange upperwings contrasted with distinct black apical and marginal borders, and a characteristic row of black spots on the hindwings.
Description
This butterfly features vibrant orange upperwings with broad black borders on the forewings and a series of small black spots and wavy lines along the hindwing margins.
