Appias lyncida vasava
Chocolate Albatross
| Family: | Pieridae |
| Subfamily: | Pierinae |
| Genus | Appias |
| Species: | lyncida |
| Subspecies: | vasava |
| Common Name: | Chocolate Albatross |
| Wingspan: | 52-60 mm |
| Life History: | complete |
| Extant in countries: | •Thailand •Malaysia •Singapore |
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Description
The males are white above with a dentate black border. The hindwing beneath is a rich lemon-yellow with a dark brown border.
Habitat & Habits
The Chocolate Albatross is a common butterfly in Malaysia, but over here in Singapore, is a seasonal visitor. It is rarely seen and was believed to be extinct here. However, single specimens do turn up once in a while in the nature reserves. These individuals are believed to have migrated from the north.
Malaysia, the males may be found congregated at roadside seepages together with many Pieridae and Papilionidae species.
Other Observations
To be detailed.
Early Stages
Refer to the ButterflyCircle blog article - Life History of the Chocolate Albatross.
Further Reading
To be detailed.
Early Stages Photos
Egg
Caterpillar
Pupa