All you need to know about this butterfly named after its migratory behaviour
What are the common emigrant butterfly's host plants?
The butterfly caterpillar is hosted by plants such as the golden shower, flame of the forest, Indian rosewood etc and others of the legume family.
What is the scientific name of the common emigrant butterfly?
The two forms of the common emigrant butterfly are known as Catopsilia crocale
and Catopsilia pomona.
How long does the common emigrant caterpillar take to become a pupa?
The caterpillar goes through five growth stages before becoming a pupa.
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Laasya Shekhar
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Published: Jun 27, 2025
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