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Catopsilia pomona pomona
Lemon Emigrant
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Details
Family : Pieridae
Subfamily : Coliadinae
Genus : Catopsilia
Common Name : Lemon Emigrant
Wingspan : 60-70mm
Hostplant(s) : Senna fistula (Golden Showers)
Status In Singapore : Common
 
Description
The Lemon Emigrant is represented by at least 6 different 'forms' in the region - the 'crocale' forms with the antennae black above and the 'pomona' forms with the antennae red above. The males has narrow black markings on the forewings above, and unmarked on the undersides.
Habitat & Habits
The butterfly is fast on the wing, and is a strong flyer. It is found in urban areas as well as the nature reserves. The host plant, Cassia spp, is a common roadside tree in Singapore. Occasionally, the species is observed in abundance, almost in a migratory flight around the island.
Other Observations
To Be Detailed.
Early Stages
To Be Detailed.
Further Reading
To Be Detailed.
Early Stage Photos
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Egg
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Caterpillar
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Pupa


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