Animal's Details

Scientific Name
Tagiades litigiosa
Category
Insect
Created on Date
2024-10-04 16:33:20
Common Name
Water snow flat
Synonym(s)
Water snow flat
Family
Hesperiidae
Status
Live
Description

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.