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Psyche

Leptosia nina

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Field Notes

Description:

The Psyche (Leptosia nina) is a small butterfly of the family Pieridae (the Sulphurs, Yellows and whites) and is found in Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent. The upper forewing has a black spot on a mainly white background. The flight is weak and erratic and the body of the butterfly bobs up and down as it beats its wings. They fly low over the grass and the butterfly rarely leaves the ground level.

Species ID Suggestions

Psyche Butterfly

Leptosia nina

Comments (2)

Beautiful butterfly! I moved this to Arthropods for you. Someone has provided you with an ID for this spotting. If you agree, please edit and include the information. Thank you.

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