Painted Jezebel
Common NamePainted Jezebel
Scientific NameDelias hyparete
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyPierinae
Wingspan (mm)60
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorswhite, black, yellow, orange
HabitatTropical forests, forest edges, gardens, open woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (India, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, southern China)
Host PlantsLoranthus spp., Dendrophthoe spp.
Flight PeriodYear-round
Flight Stylegliding
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on mistletoe host plants. Larvae are often gregarious, feeding on the parasitic plants, and pupate as suspended chrysalises.
Identification TipsLook for the striking combination of white wings with bold black venation on the upperside, and the distinctive yellow, orange, and black patterns on the underside of the hindwings. Its flight around mistletoe-laden trees is also a good indicator.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly characterized by its white wings with prominent black veins on the upperside, contrasting with a vibrant underside featuring yellow, orange, and black patterns, especially on the hindwings.
