Orange Migrant
Common NameOrange Migrant
Scientific NameCatopsilia scylla
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyColiadinae
Wingspan (mm)60
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsyellow, white, brown
HabitatOpen woodlands, gardens, disturbed areas, coastal regions
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia, Australia, India
Host PlantsSenna tora, Senna occidentalis, Senna alata
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on young leaves of host plants. Larvae are green with a pale lateral stripe, and pupae are green and angled, resembling a leaf.
Identification TipsLook for the vibrant yellow wings, the distinct pale outer margin on the hindwings, and the small dark discal spot on the forewing. Males may have orange forewing tips.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with bright yellow wings, featuring a pale yellow to white outer margin on the hindwings and a small dark spot on the forewing.
