Delias aganippe

Common name: Red-spotted Jezebel

Meaning of name:

Unknown.

Distribution:

Reported across mainland Australian.

Description:

Wingspan up to 63 millimetres.

Notes:

Occurs in woodland where the larval food plants grow. The caterpillars are known to feed on mistletoes.

We have seen this butterfly in September and November.

References:

The Complete Guide to Butterflies of Australia. Michael F Braby. 2016