Emigrants
About the Emigrants in Singapore
Last updated 29 May 2026
Emigrants (Catopsilia sp.) are medium-sized, fast-flying butterflies that get their name from their migration habits. Their wings have a triangular appearance and their colours range from greenish-white to orange-yellow.
Identifying features
Check out some of the identifying features of the Emigrants below.
The Emigrants can be distinguished by their triangular wings, and differentiated by their colourations and spotting of their hindwings.
Interested to learn more about how to identify Butterflies? Check out our simple guide on identifying Butterflies!
Habitat and ecology
Emigrants can be found in urban areas, parks, gardens and nature reserves. The different species of Emigrants have been observed to fly in the company of each other.
Did you know?
The Emigrants share the same subfamily (Coliadinae) as the Grass Yellows! The subfamily is known for their yellow, orange, or white colorations.
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Learn more about the Emigrants!
Curious about the Emigrants? Here are some interesting articles you can read to learn more about them.
