Tagiades
litigiosa, the Common Snow Flat, is a butterfly species found in tropical Asia,
including India, Southeast Asia, and Australia. Its wingspan measures 30-40 mm.
The upper wings are dark brown with white or yellowish markings, while the
lower wings display white or pale brown with dark brown veins. The body is
brown with white stripes.
This
butterfly inhabits open grasslands, woodland edges, and wetlands. Active during
warm weather, they feed on nectar from flowers. Males engage in territorial
battles, while females lay eggs on host plants, typically grasses.
The
life cycle consists of four stages: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis),
and adult. Caterpillars feed on specific grasses.