Red Pierrot
Common NameRed Pierrot
Scientific NameTalicada nyseus
FamilyLycaenidae
SubfamilyPolyommatinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorswhite, black, orange
HabitatGardens, open country, forest edges, plains, hills
Geographic RangeIndian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, Southern China
Host PlantsKalanchoe, Bryophyllum, Sedum
Flight PeriodYear-round
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae are slug-like and feed on the leaves. Pupation occurs on the host plant, with the pupa attached by a silken girdle.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its white wings with numerous black spots and the striking orange-red marginal band on the hindwing, which is bordered by black spots.
Description
A small butterfly with white wings heavily marked with black spots, featuring a prominent orange-red band along the outer margin of the hindwing, especially visible on the underside.
