Orange-streak Acraea
Common NameOrange-streak Acraea
Scientific NameAcraea serena
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyAcraeinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsblack, orange
HabitatOpen woodlands, savannas, forest edges, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeSub-Saharan Africa
Host PlantsAdenia, Passiflora
Flight PeriodYear-round in most parts of its range
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on host plants, typically species of Passifloraceae. The larvae are spiny and feed on the leaves, eventually pupating into a suspended chrysalis.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the broad, somewhat wavy orange bands on a black background, especially noticeable on the upperside of the wings, and its characteristic slow, deliberate flight.
Description
This butterfly features striking black wings with prominent, irregular orange bands and streaks across both the forewings and hindwings, creating a bold pattern.
