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Orange brimstone

Gonepteryx amintha

A species of Brimstones

Gonepteryx amintha is a butterfly of the family Pieridae. It is found in the East Palearctic.

General Info About Orange brimstone
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Attributes of Orange brimstone
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
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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Distribution Area of Orange brimstone
East Palearctic
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Life Cycle of Orange brimstone
Egg The egg stage begins with the female orange brimstone depositing her eggs. These eggs are often laid on host plants and are small, ovular, and sometimes pigmented to blend into the foliage.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva of orange brimstone emerges as a caterpillar. It is elongated, with distinct segmentation, and its primary function is voracious feeding to accumulate energy for the next stages.
Pupal The orange brimstone caterpillar forms a pupa, or chrysalis. During this stage, the insect is immobile and undergoes significant internal transformation, reshaping its body and organs.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult orange brimstone displays brightly colored wings and a slender body. The focus of this stage is on dispersal, feeding from flowers, and mating.
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Predators of Orange brimstone Larvae
Birds, small mammals, reptiles, arthropods
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Scientific Classification of Orange brimstone
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Youth Habitat of Orange brimstone
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Habitat Preferences of Orange brimstone Through Different Life Stages
To find the various growth stages of orange brimstone, one must explore distinct habitats. Eggs are typically laid on specific host plants, so check the undersides of leaves in regions where such flora thrives. Upon hatching, caterpillars generally remain on their natal plant, voraciously consuming foliage. As they advance into chrysalides, they may venture away, attaching themselves to nearby substrates, often hidden and camouflaged. The adult butterflies are much more mobile; search in flower-rich fields, gardens, or even edges of forests, where they seek nectar. Each stage requires patience and a keen eye, focusing on the precise environmental requirements of orange brimstone at each point in their lifecycle.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Orange brimstone
The best time to find orange brimstone is during the day, particularly in the morning or late afternoon when they are most active.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Orange brimstone
The weather should ideally be warm and sunny, as orange brimstone are less active during cold or rainy conditions.
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How and Where Can You Find Orange brimstone at Different Life Stages
Egg Orange brimstone eggs are usually laid on host plants. To find them, inspect the leaves of known host plants for small, spherical or spindle-shaped eggs.
Larva Orange brimstone larvae, or caterpillars, can be found on or near their host plants. Look for chewed leaves and caterpillar frass (droppings) as indicators of orange brimstone's presence.
Pupal Orange brimstone pupae may be attached to host plants or hidden in leaf litter. Carefully check the stems and undersides of leaves, as well as the ground close to host plants.
Adult Adult orange brimstone can be found nectaring on flowers or basking in the sun. Search in flowering meadows, along forest edges, or in gardens where their preferred flowers grow.
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Beneficial Effects of Orange brimstone
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Pollinator
Pollinator
Prefer Plant Type
Asteraceae, Brassicaceae
Attract Plant Feature
Color, Smell
Orange brimstone, with its penchant for bright colors and alluring scents, flutters from flower to flower. Seeking out the nectar-rich blossoms of Asteraceae and Brassicaceae, this insect inadvertently dusts itself with pollen. Feasting on the sweet nectar and nutritious pollen, it becomes an essential participant in the pollination process, joining the cycle of plant reproduction.
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