Striped Albatross
Common NameStriped Albatross
Scientific NameAppias libythea
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyPierinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorswhite, black, yellow
HabitatOpen forests, scrubland, gardens, plains
Geographic RangeSouth Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia
Host PlantsCapparis zeylanica, Capparis spinosa, Capparis grandis
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, with peaks during monsoon
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on the host plant leaves. The larvae are green with a yellow lateral stripe and feed on Capparis species. Pupation occurs on the host plant, with the pupa being green or brown.
Identification TipsLook for the striking white wings with bold black venation, particularly noticeable on the underside. The presence of a yellow basal patch on the hindwing is also a key identifier.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with predominantly white wings featuring prominent black stripes along the veins, especially on the underside. A distinctive yellow patch is often visible at the base of the hindwing.
