Caper White Butterfly

Caper White Butterflies (Belenois java) are a migratory species which breed on inland caper bushes and sandalwood. They were seen in abundance surrounding Iga trees throughout the Northern Flinders and Gammon Ranges in November following a heavy rain. Igas are a laval food plant for the Caper White caterpillars and eggs are laid directly onto the leaves.

Caper White Butterfly eggs on Iga leaves.

More information about Caper White Butterflies available at Butterfly Conservation SA.

Faded and tattered, this butterfly has likely survived the winter.