Tropical Yellow
Common NameTropical Yellow
Scientific NameEurema hecabe
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyColiadinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsyellow, black
HabitatOpen grasslands, meadows, forest edges, gardens, agricultural areas
Geographic RangeTropical and subtropical Asia, Africa, and Australia
Host PlantsCassia, Mimosa, Sesbania, Glycine, Medicago, Trifolium
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves, developing into green larvae with a pale lateral stripe. Pupation occurs as a green chrysalis attached by a silken girdle, with multiple generations per year.
Identification TipsLook for its vibrant yellow coloration and relatively small to medium size. It is often observed fluttering low over vegetation, and the underside may show variable faint markings, while the upperside usually has distinct black borders.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with bright yellow wings, often displaying faint dark speckles on the underside as seen in the image. The upperside typically features black margins.
