Hebomoia glaucippe, commonly known as the Great Orange Tip butterfly, is a striking butterfly species found in various parts of Asia, including India, Southeast Asia, and Indonesia. This butterfly is well-known for its large size and distinctive colouration, making it a sought-after species for butterfly enthusiasts and researchers..
Key features and characteristics of the Great Orange Tip butterfly (Hebomoia glaucippe) include:
Appearance: The Great Orange Tip butterfly is notable for its striking colouration and size. The wings of this butterfly are predominantly white with vibrant orange tips on the forewings. When its wings are closed, it appears mostly white with just a hint of orange, but when in flight or with wings fully open, the bright orange tips become more apparent. The undersides of the wings are also marked with subtle patterns.
Size: This butterfly is relatively large, with wingspans typically ranging from 80 to 100 millimetres (3 to 4 inches).
Habitat: Great Orange Tips are often found in a variety of habitats, including gardens, forests, and open woodlands. They are known to be particularly fond of nectar-rich flowers and can often be seen feeding on these blooms.
Flight Behavior: These butterflies are strong fliers and are known for their swift and erratic flight patterns. They are often observed flying high in the canopy or over open areas.
Life Cycle: Like all butterflies, Great Orange Tips undergo complete metamorphosis, consisting of egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), and adult stages. The caterpillars feed on various host plants, primarily those belonging to the cabbage family (Brassicaceae).
Geographic Range: Great Orange Tip butterflies are distributed across a wide geographic range, including countries in South Asia, Southeast Asia, and parts of Indonesia.
Behaviour: These butterflies are diurnal, meaning they are active during the daytime. They are known to visit flowers to feed on nectar and are important pollinators in their ecosystems.
Mimicry: The white and orange colouration of the Great Orange Tip serves as a form of mimicry, resembling other unpalatable or toxic butterfly species in its range. This mimicry may deter potential predators.
Conservation: While not considered endangered, the conservation status of the Great Orange Tip butterfly may be influenced by habitat loss due to deforestation and urban development in some regions.
Overall, Hebomoia glaucippe, the Great Orange Tip butterfly, is a beautiful and charismatic butterfly species with striking orange-tipped wings and an important role in pollination within its native habitats.
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HOW WE GRADE OUR LISTINGS (SPECIMENS)
As Insect specimens are natural products, some are bred and some others caught in wild, the quality can vary greatly.
The guide below explains the grading used for specimens in our listings.
A1 No visible imperfections, both antennas, no tearing, scratches or missing part of the wings (or as perfect as you could expect from wild caught specimens), with exception of some leg damage.
A1- Very minor damage, normally restricted to antenna damage or antennae attached separately in the envelope.
A- These specimens have minor damage, such as antenna damage, or minor flight wear such as small scratches, minor sale damage, some minor fraying/chipping around the edges of the wings.
A2 More significant damage, such as major flight wear, small rips, small pieces missing from the wings, damage to the thorax or abdomen.
B or Second Grade These specimens have similar damage to A2 specimens, but to a more significant degree. Usually used as parts replacement or art work material
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| Country | indonesia |
| Locality | Seram Island |
| Collection type | Ranched - Ex-pupae |
| Bio-zone | Indomalayan |
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