Aporia crataegi

English name:
Black-veined White
Full scientific name:
Aporia crataegi (Linnaeus, 1758)
Croatian name:
Glogov bijelac

Red Book Category in EU: LC

Red Book Category in Croatia: NE

Wings span: 47-71 mm

Aporia crataegi, Biokovo, 0621B7930
Aporia crataegi, Biokovo, 0621B7930
Aporia crataegi, Žumberak, 0621B6800
Aporia crataegi, Žumberak, 0621B6800

Flight Period and Life Cycle

Flight period of Aporia crataegi in Croatia
Flight period of Aporia crataegi in Croatia

1 brood per year. Overwinters as caterpillar.

Distribution in Croatia

Distribution of Aporia crataegi in Croatia
Distribution of Aporia crataegi in Croatia

More common along the coast. Check the included map.

External Morphology Characteristics

The wings have a white coloration and are characterized by distinct black veins. As the individual ages, the wings may take on a brownish hue and develop transparent edges.

Behavior

Imago feeds with nectar of various flowers. It often absorbs juices on the ground.

Caterpillar Host Plants

Family Rosaceae.

Habitat

Woodlands and woodland clearances on the rocky terrains. Elevations: 0-1500m.

Gallery

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