Psyche
Common NamePsyche
Scientific NameLeptosia nina
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyPierinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorswhite, black
HabitatOpen forests, forest edges, clearings, gardens
Geographic RangeSouth and Southeast Asia
Host PlantsCapparis, Cleome, Cadaba, Maerua
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae are green with fine white hairs. Pupae are slender and green, often resembling a twig.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, pure white wings with a delicate dark reticulated pattern on the underside, rounded wing shape, and a weak, fluttering flight close to the ground.
Description
A small, delicate white butterfly with rounded wings, characterized by fine, dark reticulated venation that gives a somewhat translucent and marbled appearance.
