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Yellow orange tip

Yellow orange tip

Ixias pyrene

A species of Ixias

Characterized by a striking coloration that serves as a camouflage against predators, yellow orange tip exhibits a distinctive wing pattern that aids in thermoregulation. During its larval stage, yellow orange tip consumes a diet exclusively of host plants, which later shifts to nectar and other plant fluids upon reaching maturity. This diet change reflects the metamorphosis from a caterpillar to a flying adult, a remarkable transformation emblematic of its order.

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Attributes of Yellow orange tip
Colors
Black
Yellow
White
Habitat
It is distributed throughout the plains and lowlands of Sri Lanka and peninsular India. It is common in dry deciduous forests, scrub and fallow lands and found throughout the year. However, it is more common during the monsoon and post-monsoon and considerably rare in the summer.
Adult Food Sources
Lantana, ixora, jatropha, eupatorium, asclepias
Larva Food Source
Mustard (brassicaceae family), caper (capparaceae family), brassica, cleome, capparis
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Yellow orange tip is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The Yellow 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 Yellow 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.
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Species Status of Yellow orange tip
Widespread
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Distribution Area of Yellow orange tip
Sri Lanka, India, southeast Asia
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Life Cycle of Yellow orange tip
Egg After oviposition, the yellow orange tip begins as an egg. The egg is small, typically oval, and may be colored or camouflaged. It serves as the creature's developmental chamber where embryogenesis occurs until the larval stage.
Larva Upon hatching, the yellow orange tip enters the larval stage, characterized by a worm-like appearance. It is voracious, with the primary function of feeding and growing, undergoing multiple molts and size increases.
Pupal The yellow orange tip then undergoes pupation, forming a chrysalis. This immobile, transitional stage features significant internal reorganization, leading to the development of adult structures. Color and shape may reflect the environment for camouflage.
Adult Emerging from the chrysalis, the adult yellow orange tip exhibits wings and functional reproductive organs. Its body is fully formed and hardened, adapting for mobility, mating, and oviposition. The adult's vibrant colors often serve as mate attraction or predator deterrence.
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Interesting Facts About Yellow orange tip
Despite being a butterfly, yellow orange tip exhibits a unique sailing flight pattern, using air currents to glide rather than the typical flapping motion.
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Scientific Classification of Yellow orange tip
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Youth Habitat of Yellow orange tip
Grasslands and Prairies, Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Yellow orange tip
Grasslands and Prairies, Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Urban and Suburban Areas
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When is the Best Time to Observe Yellow orange tip
The best time to find adult yellow orange tip is usually in the early mornings or late afternoons when they are most active. The larval and pupal stages might be easier to find during daylight hours when they are feeding or resting on host plants.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Yellow orange tip
Warm, sunny, and calm weather conditions are ideal for finding yellow orange tip as they are more likely to be active and visible. Avoid searching during rainy or windy days which can deter their activity.
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How and Where Can You Find Yellow orange tip at Different Life Stages
Egg Yellow orange tip eggs are often laid on the host plants. To find them, closely inspect the leaves, especially the undersides, for small clusters or individual eggs. A magnifying glass may aid in spotting them.
Larva Yellow orange tip larvae or caterpillars can typically be found on or near their host plants. Look for signs of feeding, such as chewed leaves, and check both the tops and undersides of leaves.
Pupal Yellow orange tip chrysalides may be attached to the host plant or hidden in nearby foliage. They can sometimes be found hanging from the underside of leaves or twigs in a sheltered location. Examine the plants carefully.
Adult Adult yellow orange tip are likely to be found near nectar sources such as flowering plants. They may also be attracted to puddles or damp areas for nutrients. Quietly approach flowers that are in bloom during suitable times of day to observe and possibly find them.
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Beneficial Effects of Yellow orange tip
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Pollinator
Pollinator
Attract Plant Feature
Color, Smell
Pollination Behavior Reason
Collect Pollen To Feed Offspring
Yellow orange tip plays a crucial role in the pollination process, transferring pollen as it flutters from flower to flower. Attracted both by the vivid colors and the enticing scents, it seeks out Asteraceae and Brassicaceae blooms to collect pollen for its offspring, inadvertently aiding in plant reproduction.
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