Topaz Arab Tip
Common NameTopaz Arab Tip
Scientific NameColotis chrysonome
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyPierinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Primary Colorspale yellow, orange, brown, black
HabitatArid and semi-arid regions, savannas, open scrubland
Geographic RangeNorth-eastern Africa, Arabian Peninsula
Host PlantsMaerua, Cadaba
Flight PeriodYear-round in warmer regions, peaks after rains
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Eggs are laid singly on host plants, caterpillars feed on leaves, and pupation occurs on or near the host plant.
Identification TipsKey features include the pale yellowish-green ground color, the bright orange forewing tip, and the distinctive dark brown/black markings on the wing margins, especially visible on the underside.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with pale yellowish-green wings, featuring a prominent orange patch on the forewing apex and dark brown to black markings along the wing margins. The underside is often mottled with darker spots.
