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White Peacock

Anartia jatrophae

The White Peacock is a beautiful butterfly with bright white wings and lovely spots. It flutters around gardens and fields, bringing joy to everyone who sees it!

Habitat: Urban areas

Appearance

The White Peacock is a medium-sized butterfly with striking white wings adorned with delicate brown and black markings. Its hindwings feature prominent dark eyespots, resembling the tail feathers of a peacock. While often white, its wings can also display light tan or yellowish hues, especially on the underside.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderLepidopteraFamilyNymphalidaeGenusAnartia
White Peacock
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White Peacock

Category

Insects

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Snaps

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Interesting facts

Sometimes, White Peacocks migrate long distances, flying hundreds of miles to find warmer places!

These butterflies love sunshine! They often bask in sunny spots to warm up their bodies before they fly.

To drink sweet nectar, the White Peacock unrolls a long straw-like tongue called a proboscis.

White Peacock caterpillars are spiky and green or black, helping them look less tasty to predators!

Special abilities

Ability

Master of Disguise

White Peacock can hide from predators by resting with its wings closed, as their undersides blend perfectly with dry leaves.

Ability

Spot On

White Peacock has large eyespots on its hindwings that can startle or confuse hungry birds, helping them escape.

Ability

Lightning Fast

White Peacock can quickly dart through the air, helping it escape danger and find tasty flowers for nectar.

Ability

Taste Buds on Feet

White Peacock can taste its food with its tiny feet, helping it find the perfect leaves for its caterpillars to eat.

Measurements & details

Wingspan
35-70 mm
Size
15-25 mm
Lifespan
30-60 days
Flight Speed
12 km/h
Leg Count
6

Diet & Feeding

Adult White Peacocks sip flower nectar, while their caterpillars munch on specific leaves.

Age differences: Larvae (caterpillars) eat the leaves of host plants, while adults drink nectar from flowers.

Primary Foods

  • Flower nectar
  • Wild petunia leaves
  • Ruellia plant leaves
  • Blechum plant leaves

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

eats

Carolina Wild Petunia

Ruellia caroliniensis

Caterpillars munch on its leaves.

eaten by

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

Adult butterflies can be a snack for these birds.

pollinates

Spanish Needles

Bidens alba

Adults help spread pollen while feeding on nectar.

eaten by

Flower Crab Spider

Misumena vatia

Ambushes adult butterflies on flowers.

Traits

Also known as

White Peacock Butterfly

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Be gentle and watch butterflies from a distance so you don't scare them away.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is White Peacock's wingspan?

35-70 mm

How big is White Peacock?

15-25 mm

How long does White Peacock live?

30-60 days

How fast can White Peacock fly?

12 km/h

What does White Peacock eat?

Adult White Peacocks sip flower nectar, while their caterpillars munch on specific leaves.

Where is White Peacock usually found?

Urban areas

How does White Peacock hunt?

Foraging

How many legs does White Peacock have?

6

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