Cirrochroa thais

Common Name
Tamil Yeoman ( Marotti Salbham )
Behaviour
Seen in forests and other woodlands. Takes rest in the under sides of leaves at noon.
Body Features
Wingspan is 60-70mm. Wings have glowing red and yellow colours. The tip of forewing is black in colour. On the top of upper hindwing, a small white spot can be seen.
Feeding behaviour
lay eggs on Hydnocarpus pentandra ( Marotti )
IUCN status
Not been assessed.
Status at KAU campus
Common
Type of Animal
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