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Common emigrant

Common emigrant

Catopsilia pomona

A species of Migrants, Also known as Lemon migrant, Yellow emigrant

With wings that reflect the sun in a cascade of lemon-yellow, common emigrant flaunts a visual symphony when in flight. This fluttering beauty is especially known for its migratory journey, which can cover vast distances and involves a striking transformation in coloration from a pale, creamy hue as a juvenile to vibrant yellow upon reaching maturity. Found dancing among the blossoms, the diet of this organism begins primarily with a select group of host plants during its larval stage, later expanding to nectar-filled flowers, sustaining their energy for the arduous journeys ahead.

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Attributes of Common emigrant
Habitat
garden
Adult Food Sources
Lantana camara, ixora spp., hibiscus spp., jatropha integerrima, stachytarpheta jamaicensis
Larva Food Source
Cassia fistula (golden shower tree), senna surattensis, cassia alata, senna sophera, cassia siamea
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Common emigrant is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The Common emigrant is often found near the corolla, where its fluffy hairs easily pick up pollen, assisting in the pollination of the plant.
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Common emigrant feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
Predatory
Not reported
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Species Status of Common emigrant
It is found in Asia, Cambodia and parts of Australia.
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Distribution Area of Common emigrant
Asia, Cambodia, parts of Australia
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Life Cycle of Common emigrant
Egg The egg of common emigrant is the initial stage where development begins. With a protective shell, embryonic common emigrant grows inside, preparing to hatch. Shape is often oval, with variations in color depending on species.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva is a long, worm-like caterpillar, primarily focused on feeding and growth. The skin of common emigrant molts several times as it increases in size.
Pupal After the final larval molt, common emigrant enters the pupal stage. Encased in a chrysalis, it undergoes a remarkable transformation. Color and shape vary significantly during this period.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult common emigrant’s development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Adult Size of Common emigrant
6 - 7 cm
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Predators of Common emigrant Larvae
Frogs, toads, birds, monkeys, jumping spiders, mantises, geckos, hoverflies, dragonflies
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Predators of Adult Common emigrant
Birds, praying mantises, spiders, lizards, frogs, dragonflies
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Scientific Classification of Common emigrant
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Youth Habitat of Common emigrant
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Tropical Rainforests
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Adult Habitat of Common emigrant
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Tropical Rainforests
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How Can You Attract Common emigrant
For adult common emigrant, sweet substances such as overripe fruits or nectar-rich flowers are effective traps since these are the natural food sources for nectivorous butterflies.
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Habitat Preferences of Common emigrant Through Different Life Stages
The egg stage of common emigrant is typically found on the undersides of its host plant leaves in the family Fabaceae. Caterpillars, the larval stage, can be observed on various parts of these plants, voraciously feeding on leaves. Pupae are often inconspicuously attached to the stems or hidden among foliage. Adult common emigrant, being strong fliers, are seen fluttering in open areas like gardens, fields, or even roadsides, usually near potential host plants for laying their eggs. Searching for common emigrant in all its developmental stages involves examining various parts of host plants and open areas near these plants for feeding adults.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Common emigrant
The best time to find adult common emigrant is usually during warm and sunny days, preferably in the morning when they are most active. For larval stages, time can vary, but they can often be found during daylight hours when they are feeding.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Common emigrant
Adult common emigrant are more likely to be found in dry and sunny weather conditions. They are less active in the rain and may be hiding under leaves or in sheltered areas during such weather.
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Beneficial Effects of Common emigrant
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Attract Plant Feature
Color
Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar
Common emigrant is attracted to flowers primarily by their vivid colors, especially yellow. While feeding on pollen for sustenance, common emigrant inadvertently transfers pollen from one flower to another, assisting in the fertilization of several plant species. This process makes common emigrant an inadvertent yet crucial player in the ecosystem's cycle of pollination.
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