Rice Paper Butterfly
Common NameRice Paper Butterfly
Scientific NameIdea leuconoe
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyDanainae
Wingspan (mm)90
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorswhite, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, gardens, parks
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (Malaysia, Philippines, Taiwan, Japan, Indonesia)
Host PlantsParsonsia laevigata, Tylophora hispida, Cynanchum liukiuense
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylegliding
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae are black with yellow bands and fleshy filaments. The pupa is a distinctive metallic gold or silver chrysalis.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its large size, slow and graceful flight, and the unique pattern of translucent white wings with strong black venation and spots.
Description
A large, striking butterfly with translucent white wings prominently marked with bold black veins and scattered black spots.
