Plain Tiger
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Common NamePlain Tiger
Scientific NameDanaus chrysippus
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyDanainae
Wingspan (mm)75
Primary Colorsorange, black, white
HabitatOpen country, grasslands, scrub, gardens, agricultural areas
Geographic RangeAfrica, Asia (including India), Southern Europe, Australia
Host PlantsCalotropis gigantea, Asclepias curassavica, Ceropegia
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, seasonal in temperate areas
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants. Larvae are striped black, white, and yellow with fleshy filaments. Pupae are green with golden spots, often suspended upside down.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its bright orange coloration, black veins, and the specific pattern of black borders with white spots on both forewings and hindwings, along with the white patch on the forewing. Often confused with the Common Tiger but lacks the distinct white band on the hindwing.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with bright orange wings, prominent black veins, and a broad black border adorned with white spots. The forewings feature a distinct white patch.
