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Catopsilia scylla cornelia (Fabricius, 1787)
| Family Name: | Pieridae |
| Taxonomic Group: | Invertebrates (Butterfly and Moth) |
| Common Name: | Orange Emigrant |
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Description
| Description | This butterfly has white forewings with black borders above, and deep orange-yellow hindwings. The underside is also orange-yellow with spots and markings. |
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Ecology, Habitat & Location
| Ecological Notes | The Orange Emigrant is often seen together with the Lemon Emigrant (Catopsilia pomona pomona). Host Plant: Cassia fistula |
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| Habitats | Forest, Parks & Gardens, Urban |
Status
| Conservation Status | Common |
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References
| References | Khew, S.K. 2010. A field guide to the butterflies of Singapore. Singapore: Ink On Paper Communications Pte Ltd. 342pp |
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