Natal acraea
Introduction: Enthusiasts hoping to catch a
glimpse of a Natal Acraea (Acraea natalica natalica) can expect them to
display a somewhat zig-zag flight pattern, which becomes more rapid when they
are disturbed. Wooded habitats are favoured.
Distribution: The savannah
veld of Namibia.
Breeding: Larval host plants
include Passifloracaes and Turneraceae.
Colouration: Males are
reddish-pink, females more brown-red. There are black tips on the apex of the
forewing and other black spots on the wing bases.
On the wing: Year-round but
larger numbers appear in the warmer months.
Wingspan: Male and female: 55
to 63mm.
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