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Jackson's Leaf Butterfly

Mallika jacksoni

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Nymphalidae ›Genus: Mallika

About

Mallika is a monotypic genus of butterflies of the subfamily Nymphalinae in the family Nymphalidae found in central Africa from DR Congo to Kenya. The single species is Mallika jacksoni, or Jackson's leaf butterfly, which traditionally has been included in the genus Kallima. The habitat consists of dry, sparsely wooded hillsides.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Jackson's Leaf Butterfly?
The scientific name of Jackson's Leaf Butterfly is Mallika jacksoni.
What kingdom does Jackson's Leaf Butterfly belong to?
Jackson's Leaf Butterfly belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Jackson's Leaf Butterfly belong to?
Jackson's Leaf Butterfly belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Jackson's Leaf Butterfly belong to?
Jackson's Leaf Butterfly belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Jackson's Leaf Butterfly belong to?
Jackson's Leaf Butterfly belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Jackson's Leaf Butterfly belong to?
Jackson's Leaf Butterfly belongs to the family Nymphalidae.
What genus does Jackson's Leaf Butterfly belong to?
Jackson's Leaf Butterfly belongs to the genus Mallika.