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Garden acraea

Garden acraea

Acraea horta

A species of Acraea

It has a typical wingspan of 45–50 mm for males and 49–53 mm for females. Adults are on wing year-round, but are more common from October to April.

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Attributes of Garden acraea
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Garden acraea is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Predators of Garden acraea Larvae
Frogs, toads, birds, rodents, wasps
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Predators of Adult Garden acraea
Birds, bats, spiders, praying mantises
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Interesting Facts About Garden acraea
Garden acraea larvae exhibit a peculiar trait: they group and feed on toxic plants, which renders them unpalatable to predators throughout their life stages.
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Scientific Classification of Garden acraea
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Youth Habitat of Garden acraea
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Savannas
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Habitat Preferences of Garden acraea Through Different Life Stages
Eggs of garden acraea are usually found on the underside of host plant leaves. The caterpillars, which hatch from these eggs, can be seen munching on leaves, often of the Passifloraceae family. When searching for caterpillars, focus on plants where leaves show signs of feeding. Pupae are typically attached to plant stems or leaves near the ground; looking for these may require careful inspection of potential pupation sites in the habitat where caterpillars feed. Adult garden acraea are commonly spotted fluttering around nectar sources like flowers in gardens, fields, and forest edges. To find adults, visit flowering plants during sunny days, as they are active flyers and are attracted to blooms for feeding.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Garden acraea
The suitable time for finding garden acraea varies, but generally the active periods are during warmer months when they emerge as adults and are out for feeding and reproduction. Early mornings or late afternoons when temperatures are moderate can be ideal for observations.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Garden acraea
Warm, sunny, and dry days are typically the most suitable weather conditions to find garden acraea as these are the conditions when they are most active. They are less likely to be seen flying during rainy or cold days.
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How and Where Can You Find Garden acraea at Different Life Stages
Egg Garden acraea eggs are usually laid on the underside of host plant leaves. To find them, carefully inspect the preferred host plants and look for clusters of small, often spherical eggs.
Larva Garden acraea larvae, also known as caterpillars, can be found on or near their host plants. Search for chewed leaves or droppings under the host plants to locate them.
Pupal Garden acraea chrysalides may be attached to plants or hidden in leaf litter. They can be found by looking on the stems of plants or in the detritus at the base of plants for camouflaged chrysalides.
Adult Garden acraea adults are often found in areas rich in flowers as they feed on nectar. Search for them in gardens, meadows, and other areas with a high density of blooming plants.
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Are Garden acraea harmful to humans?

Some larvae of tortoiseshell butterflies feed on milkweed, which is a poisonous plant containing cardiac glycosides, so the larvae are poisonous. Although poisonous, these butterflies will not directly affect humans if not swallowed. Touching the larvae of certain tortoiseshell butterflies may cause a rash.
Beneficial Effects of Garden acraea
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Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar
Garden acraea visits various flowers, mainly attracted by their bright colors and distinctive shapes. While feeding on the nectar, garden acraea inadvertently collects pollen on its legs and body, which is then transferred to other flowers, assisting in cross-pollination.
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