The clipper butterfly is known for its quick flight and propensity to fly with wings stiffly flapping between the horizontal position and a few degrees below the horizontal. Between bursts of flapping, it might glide.
Amazing Facts
- Blue, green, brown, and gold are just a few of the numerous colors that the Clipper butterfly may be found in. Each of these several color varieties is regarded as a distinct subspecies of Parthenos sylvia.
- According to the current theory, islands and mountains separated a single population, allowing specific regions to develop diverse hues as a result.
Appearance
Brilliant violet blue is the hue of the forewing dorsum and the hindwing basal.
Diet
The food that larval clippers choose to eat has a significant impact on how long they will live, and they prefer to eat the leaves of moonseed and passion vines. Although adults will consume nectar from a variety of flowers, they tend to choose smaller blooms, making lantana one of their preferred sources.
Predators
Throughout its numerous life phases, the clipper butterfly displays a variety of defense mechanisms against predators (Birds).
Habitat
The adults prefer wide-open spaces, however they are frequently spotted soaring through tropical forests, particularly near rivers and streams.
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