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Parantica aspasia aspasia
Yellow Glassy Tiger
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Details
Family : Nymphalidae
Subfamily : Danainae
Genus : Parantica
Common Name : Yellow Glassy Tiger
Wingspan : 60-75mm
Hostplant(s) :
Status In Singapore :
 
Description
The ground color of the wings is predominantly bluish grey, with the usual black markings of the Parantica species. Each wing has a bright yellow basal patch, that on the hindwing covering about half of the wing surface.
Habitat & Habits
This butterfly is not uncommon, and frequents forested areas rather than open country. It flies slowly and often glides in mid air. While at rest, it hangs upside down on the dried branches usually with their wings folded shut.
Other Observations
To Be Detailed.
Early Stages
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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