Try for Free
tab list
Picture Insect
English
arrow
English
繁體中文
日本語
Español
Français
Deutsch
Pусский
Português
Italiano
한국어
Nederlands
العربية
Home Application Download FAQ
English
English
繁體中文
日本語
Español
Français
Deutsch
Pусский
Português
Italiano
한국어
Nederlands
العربية
Icon about
About
Icon about
General Info
Icon about
Search Tips
Icon about
Harmful or Not
Icon about
Harmful Effects
Icon about
Beneficial Effects
Icon about
Common FAQs
Icon about
Similar Insects
Icon about
Popular Insects
Plain orange-tip

Plain orange-tip

Colotis aurora

A species of Orange tips

Adorned with wings that can exhibit a hue spectrum varying from pale cream to a brighter yellow, plain orange-tip flutters through a range of habitats such as arid zones and savannahs. These creatures undergo a metamorphosis, leading their early caterpillar phase to voraciously feed on Capparis and Maerua plants. Notably, they display a marked preference for the nectar of specific flowering plants during their adult stage, playing an essential role as pollinators in their ecosystems.

General Info About Plain orange-tip
Instantly identify insects with a snap
Snap a photo for instant insect ID and risk assessment, gaining quick insights on bite assessment, toxicity, pest control, behavior, habitat, and safe interaction tips, etc.
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Attributes of Plain orange-tip
Colors
Black
Yellow
White
Orange
Habitat
Savanna; shrubland
Adult Food Sources
Nectar from tridax procumbens, nectar from ageratum conyzoides, nectar from lantana camara, nectar from zinnia species, nectar from sida species
Larva Food Source
Leaves of capparis sepiaria, leaves of capparis zeylanica, leaves of maerua crassifolia, leaves of cadaba fruticosa, leaves of capparis decidua
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Pollinator
The Plain orange-tip 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 Plain orange-tip 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
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
qrcode
Img download isoImg download android
Rectangle
Species Status of Plain orange-tip
Common and widespread
Rectangle
Distribution Area of Plain orange-tip
Asia, Africa
Rectangle
Predators of Adult Plain orange-tip
Birds, praying mantises, spiders, rodents, lizards
Rectangle
Interesting Facts About Plain orange-tip
Plain orange-tip wings are covered in tiny scales that reflect sunlight, creating a shimmering effect often mistaken for bioluminescence.
Rectangle
Scientific Classification of Plain orange-tip
Tips for Finding Plain orange-tip
Your ultimate guide to understanding insects
Unlock the secrets of insect life cycles, habitats, behaviors and observation tips!!
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Youth Habitat of Plain orange-tip
Grasslands and Prairies, Deserts and Arid Regions, Savannas
Rectangle
Adult Habitat of Plain orange-tip
Grasslands and Prairies, Deserts and Arid Regions, Savannas
Rectangle
When is the Best Time to Observe Plain orange-tip
The best time to find adult plain orange-tip is during warm, sunny days when they are most active. For larvae and pupae, time may vary based on the local climate and season.
Rectangle
What is the Best Weather to Observe Plain orange-tip
Warm and dry conditions with little wind are ideal for spotting plain orange-tip, as these conditions are favorable for their flight and foraging activity.
Rectangle
How and Where Can You Find Plain orange-tip at Different Life Stages
Egg Eggs of plain orange-tip are laid on host plants; locate these plants and search on the undersides of leaves for small, rounded or oval eggs.
Larva Plain orange-tip caterpillars can be found on or near their host plants. Look for signs of feeding damage on leaves, and search both sides of the foliage.
Pupal Plain orange-tip chrysalises are often attached to the host plants or nearby structures. Examine stems, leaves, and even the ground beneath the host plants for these camouflaged pupae.
Adult Adult plain orange-tip are attracted to flowers, so search in gardens, meadows, or other areas with abundant blooms. They are active on sunny days and may also be found near puddles or damp areas where they partake in 'puddling' to obtain nutrients.
Are Plain orange-tip harmful?
Your Complete Pest Control Guide
Discover effective tips for preventing and eliminating pest infestations to keep bugs away from your home.
Download the App for Free
Harmful Effects of Plain orange-tip
Reveal the harmful impacts of diverse insects
Explore the dangers of insects related to toxicity, lethality, human biting, human stinging, pathogenicity, hematophagy, allergenicity, parasitism, etc.
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Hurt Plant

The insect plain orange-tip, through its feeding behavior, damages the leaves of plants within the Brassicaceae family. It chews plant tissues, leading to destruction of the leaf surface. This activity may stunt growth, reduce plant vigor, compromise photosynthesis, and ultimately lower crop yields in affected species such as caper bushes and mustard plants.

More Effects of Plain orange-tip

Beneficial Effects of Plain orange-tip
Discover the hidden benefits of insects
Explore how insects help as pollinators, pest predators, and biocontrol agents. From seed dispersal to decomposition, they play vital roles in our ecosystem.
Download the App for Free
Pollinator
Pollinator
Prefer Plant Type
Cabbage
Attract Plant Feature
Color, Shape
Plain orange-tip is a proficient pollinator often seen fluttering around cabbage plants. It's attracted to the color and shape of the flowers. This insect indulges in pollen for nourishment, inadvertently collecting and transferring pollen grains as it moves from flower to flower.
Common Questions People Also Ask
Get Quick Insect Answers with a Snap
Snap a photo for instant insect ID and answers on bites, toxicity, pest control, behavior, habitat, and safety tips!
Download the App for Free
More Insects that are Similar to Plain orange-tip
Sleepy orange
Sleepy orange

The sleepy orange is a bright orange butterfly with the upperside of the wings having wide black borders. The forewing coastal margin has a small, narrow black spot. The underside of the wings varies seasonally: summer forms are bright yellow with brick-red markings, while winter forms are browner and more heavily marked. It has a wingspan of 3.5 - 6 cm .

Read More
Arrow
Painted white
Painted white

The wingspan is about 6 cm.

Read More
Arrow
Straight-lined sulphur
Straight-lined sulphur

Rhabdodryas is a genus of butterflies in the family Pieridae. The only species is the straight-line sulphur (Rhabdodryas trite). R. trite puddles with other yellows and sulphurs including the statira sulphur (Aphrissa statira) and apricot sulphur (Phoebis argante); and orange-banded sulphur (Phoebis philea).

Read More
Arrow
Green-eyed white
Green-eyed white

Leptophobia aripa was described in 1836 by Boisduval.

Read More
Arrow
Spiller's canary white
Spiller's canary white

The wingspan is 33–40 mm in males and 35–42 mm in females. Its flight period is year-round.

Read More
Arrow
White angled-sulphur
White angled-sulphur

The wingspan is 7 - 9 cm .

Read More
Arrow
Yellow angled-sulphur
Yellow angled-sulphur

The wingspan is 8 - 12 cm . The upperside of the males is bright yellow, while females are paler. Both sexes have a black spot in the forewing cell.

Read More
Arrow
Orangetip angled-sulphur
Orangetip angled-sulphur

Anteos menippe can reach a wingspan of 80–90 mm (3.1–3.5 in). In these fairly large butterflies the upperside of the males is pale yellow with pale orange (sometimes pink orange) large markings on the pointed forewing tips (as the common name suggests), with two dark brown spots and a dark brown border. Both sexes have a cryptic pale yellow to pale green leaf-like underside, with a pink disc dot on the front and rear wings. The females have two forms, one similar to the male and the other white, with black markings on the forewing edges. The underwings have several odd shaped orange markings.

Read More
Arrow
Other Popular Insects
Western honey bee
Western honey bee

Western honey bee(Apis mellifera) is the most common species of honeybee in the world. Among the first domesticated insects, its cultural and economic impact on humanity has been vast and far-reaching, providing honey, wax and its services as a pollinator. Western honey bee faces challenges worldwide, such as colony collapse disorder, and populations are thought to be decreasing.

Read More
Arrow
Monarch butterfly
Monarch butterfly

The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is the most recognizable butterfly in North America. It is best known for its appearance, but should be better known for the fact that it has a 3000-mile migration that takes the butterfly 4 generations to complete. Their diet is also a natural deterrent for predators, as they eat milkweed, a poison that induces vomiting.

Read More
Arrow
Japanese rhinoceros beetle
Japanese rhinoceros beetle

The japanese rhinoceros beetle (Trypoxylus dichotomus) is a massive beetle about the size of the palm of a hand. It's distinguished by its long Y-shaped horn, which it uses to fight other males with. It's a nocturnal bug that feeds on sap and sweet fruits. This species is sometimes kept as a pet due to its unique appearance and simple care requirements.

Read More
Arrow
Silkworm
Silkworm

The silken threads produced by silkworm during its larval stage have been highly coveted for millennia, manifesting as a luxurious fabric in human society. Remarkably, this creature has a singular diet, feeding exclusively on the leaves of its primary host plant from which it extracts the necessary nutrients to facilitate its transition into a non-feeding, winged adult.

Read More
Arrow
Menelaus blue morpho
Menelaus blue morpho

Menelaus blue morpho (Morpho menelaus) is a gorgeous butterfly with large, royal blue wings. Linnaeus named the genus Morpho the Aphrodite-Ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty for its extreme beauty. It is native to tropical rainforests. Though many butterfly gardens now cultivate them in captivity, there are still many people who never get a chance to see them.

Read More
Arrow
Atlas moth
Atlas moth

While the atlas moth (Attacus atlas) can't tell you where to find your country on the map, it does earn its name through other means. It is one of the largest moths in the world, with a wingspan that is far larger than its body, creating an abnormal comparison. In India, their silk is gathered in a non-commercial capacity and is considered to be more durable than the domestic silkworm.

Read More
Arrow
Flying peacock spider
Flying peacock spider

Both sexes reach about 5 mm in body length. Females and immatures of both sexes are brown but have color patterns by which they can be distinguished from related species. Also, the males dance to attract females.

Read More
Arrow
Multicolored asian ladybeetle
Multicolored asian ladybeetle

Often confused for the ladybug, multicolored asian ladybeetle (Harmonia axyridis) is a separate species that, unlike the ladybug, is a household pest. It is considered particularly annoying for its habit of returning to places from which it is removed. One of the most variable species in the world, there are many different colors and patterns multicolored asian ladybeetle may display, making identification potentially difficult.

Read More
Arrow