The Common Tiger
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Common NameThe Common Tiger
Scientific NameDanaus genutia
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyDanainae
Wingspan (mm)85
Primary Colorsorange, black, white
HabitatOpen country, gardens, forest edges, scrubland
Geographic RangeSouth Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia
Host PlantsAsclepias curassavica, Cynanchum, Hoya
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 and white with yellow bands and fleshy filaments. Pupae are green with golden spots.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its orange and black striped pattern, similar to the Monarch but with distinct white spots on the black wing margins.
Description
A medium to large butterfly with striking orange wings marked by bold black stripes and white spots along the black margins.
