Tree nymph butterfly
Japan's largest tropical butterfly
| Scientific name | Idea leuconoe |
| English name | Tree nymph butterfly |
| Japanese name | 大胡麻斑 |
| Classification | Insecta |
| Classification details | Lepidoptera Nymphalidae |
| Full length | 13cm |
| Distribution | distributed in Southeast Asia |
Characteristics
A large butterfly with radiating black spots on a white background. The opening length is up to 13 cm. It flies relatively slowly, and flutters while gliding. Males have an organ called a hair pencil that secretes pheromones to attract females.
Larvae are black and white striped with red spots. The pupae are also known to be golden in color.
Ecology
Inhabits forests and plains. It can breed throughout the year if there are Asclepiadaceae plants that the larvae feed on. Some individuals live for several months to a year even after becoming adults.
Habitat
Found along a paved road in the mountains. It fluttered about 3m high and flew from flower to flower. I was able to take a picture because it stopped flapping its wings when it perched on a flower. It was one size larger than the other butterflies and was powerful.
Pictures
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