Butterfly of the Week - Plain Tiger

The Plain Tiger is one of the common butterflies in Singapore. Common in the sense if the host plant (Crown Flower) is present, then it will be around. The caterpillars are rather active but can be cruel too. If there's not enough leaves to feed, then some caterpillars will actually feed on the soft newly formed pupae of its own specie. (that puts me off!) It is also known as African Monarch. The pupae looks like jade pendant. Here it is, hope you will like it!