Lemon Migrant

Catopsilia pomona

Catopsilia pomona is a medium-sized pierid butterfly found in Asia, Cambodia and parts of Australia. The species gets its name from its habit of migration. Some early authors considered them as two distinct species "Catopsilia crocale" and "Catopsilia pomona".
caterpillar of Lemon Emigrant Catopsilia pomona,Geotagged,Lemon Emigrant,Spring,Thailand

Appearance

The species has pale and dark morphs in Australia. The form "crocale" has the antennae black and the form "pomona" has the antennae pinkish or red. The development of these forms has been linked to photoperiod and temperature during growth.

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