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Salome yellow

Salome yellow

Eurema salome

A species of Grass yellow butterflies

The wingspan is 5 - 6 cm. The wings are yellow, the upper surface of the forewings with black margins projecting into the yellow ground color. Males have a black border on the hindwings, while females are lacking this border. Both sexes have tail-like hindwing projections.

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Attributes of Salome yellow
Colors
Brown
Yellow
Habitat
forest opening and edge; roadcut area
Adult Food Sources
Nectar from a variety of flowers, including ageratum, lantana, and eupatorium
Larva Food Source
Fabaceae species such as cassia fistula, senna species
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Salome yellow 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
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Life Cycle of Salome yellow
Egg The initial stage begins with a tiny, often round or oval egg. The shell may show fine patterns and is generally laid on salome yellow's host plants. It changes color signaling the embryo’s development.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva of salome yellow emerges, characterized by a worm-like appearance with a voracious appetite for host plant leaves. It grows through several molts, noticeably increasing in size.
Pupal The larva forms a pupa, transitioning within a hardened case. It can be attached to foliage or concealed in debris. The pupal form is often camouflaged and undergoes internal restructuring.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult salome yellow’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 Salome yellow
4.5 - 6 cm
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Predators of Salome yellow Larvae
Birds, small mammals, insects such as ants and wasps, arachnids like spiders
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Predators of Adult Salome yellow
Birds, reptiles, mantises, spiders, rodents
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Interesting Facts About Salome yellow
Salome yellow can taste with its feet, allowing it to find food sources and suitable places to lay eggs by simply alighting on a plant.
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Scientific Classification of Salome yellow
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How Can You Attract Salome yellow
Salome yellow's caterpillars are attracted to host plants on which they feed, and adult salome yellows are drawn to a variety of flowers for their nectar. Planting a garden with the specific host plants and nectar sources can act as a natural trap for salome yellow.
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Habitat Preferences of Salome yellow Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of salome yellow are typically found on the undersides of host plant leaves, commonly found in meadows or gardens. Caterpillars reside on the host plants they hatched on, sheltering in the foliage where they feed and grow. Pupae often attach themselves to the stems or leaves of plants in similar environments, camouflaging to avoid predators. Adults of salome yellow, flutter through open sunny areas, such as fields and clearings, as well as gardens, where flowers are abundant for nectar feeding. To locate the various stages, one would search lower vegetation layers for eggs and caterpillars, and examine plant stems and leaves for pupae, while open, flower-rich areas for the adults.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Salome yellow
The best time to find salome yellow often depends on its life cycle stages, but adults are typically most active during warm, sunny days when they are out feeding and mating. For caterpillars and pupae, timing may vary but is usually in alignment with the growth cycle of their host plants.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Salome yellow
Sunny and mild conditions tend to be the most suitable weather for finding salome yellow as these are ideal conditions for their activity. Rainy or very windy weather can make salome yellow less active and more difficult to spot.
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How and Where Can You Find Salome yellow at Different Life Stages
Egg Salome yellow eggs are often laid on or near host plants. Look for tiny, round or ovate eggs on the undersides of leaves or in the crevices of plant stems.
Larva Salome yellow caterpillars are often found on their host plants, as they are dependent on them for food. Search for them by carefully inspecting the leaves, stems, and buds of these specific plants.
Pupal Salome yellow chrysalises can be hidden or camouflaged in the vegetation or sometimes even on buildings or other structures. Look for them attached to leaves or branches, or tucked away in sheltered spots like under the eaves of buildings.
Adult Adult salome yellows are usually found near sources of nectar such as flowering plants. They can be spotted feeding, sunning themselves with open wings, or fluttering among flowers. In cooler weather, check sunny spots sheltered from the wind.
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Beneficial Effects of Salome yellow
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Pollinator
Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar
Salome yellow is adept at fluttering from flower to flower, often lured by the bright colors and unique shapes that different blossoms present. While primarily seeking nectar, salome yellow inadvertently collects and transfers pollen, playing a crucial role in plant reproduction.
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