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Eastern Dotted Border

Mylothris agathina

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Pieridae ›Genus: Mylothris

About

Mylothris agathina, the eastern dotted border or common dotted border, is a butterfly of the Pieridae family. It is found in Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana and southern and eastern South Africa. Its range has spread westwards around the coast in recent decades however, and it now occurs to the north of Cape Town to somewhat beyond Saldanha.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eastern Dotted Border?
The scientific name of Eastern Dotted Border is Mylothris agathina.
What is the conservation status of Eastern Dotted Border?
The Eastern Dotted Border has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Eastern Dotted Border belong to?
Eastern Dotted Border belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eastern Dotted Border belong to?
Eastern Dotted Border belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Eastern Dotted Border belong to?
Eastern Dotted Border belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Eastern Dotted Border belong to?
Eastern Dotted Border belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Eastern Dotted Border belong to?
Eastern Dotted Border belongs to the family Pieridae.
What genus does Eastern Dotted Border belong to?
Eastern Dotted Border belongs to the genus Mylothris.