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Common Pierrot

Castalius rosimon

Photo by SukanyaDatta
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

As it sits, the wings appear to be white with black spots and streaks. But when it opens its wings shades of fuzzy blues and black can be seen. It moves its hind wings in a regular cycling manner.

Habitat:

Potted basil on terrace.

Reference Links:

Castalius rosimon, BengalButterflies - butterflies and more

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