Insect · GBIF taxon 5806167
Common Tiger Butterfly
Danaus genutiaAlso known as Striped Tiger
The Common Tiger Butterfly has orange wings crossed by strong black veins and bordered with white-spotted black margins. Its slow, confident flight reflects chemical defenses gained during the caterpillar stage.
Milkweed ButterflyWarning ColorsNectar Visitor
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Not EvaluatedConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXNot Evaluated — not placed on the risk ladderRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Adults drink nectar; caterpillars feed on selected milkweed relatives
Predators
- Spiders
- Praying mantises
- Insect-eating birds
ThreatsPesticides, loss of host plants, and habitat simplification
HabitatsOpen forest, scrub, gardens, grassland, and disturbed areas
Life spanSeveral weeks as an adult; the full life cycle spans a few months
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- FamilyNymphalidae
- SpeciesDanaus genutia
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Observe without touching wings or collecting caterpillars and host plants.
Responsible observation
- Pattern: Look for black veins dividing orange wing panels.
- Flowers: Wait beside nectar-rich blooms for a slow approach.
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