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Mottled Emigrant (Catopsilia pyranthe)

Mottled Emigrant

Catopsilia pyranthe

Species Statistics

Lifespan

14 days

In Flight

30

Family

Pieridae

Subfamily

Coliadinae

Geographic Range

AustraliaAsia

Habitat & Behavior

This butterfly is common in many habitats: Acacia scrub, open woodlands, gardens and wasteland.

Fun Facts

Fun Fact

This butterfly earned its name as a result of its migration behaviors. The adults can be observed flying in groups from one breeding site to another.

Wings Open
Wings Closed