Ella s acraea

Introduction: Ella's Acraea (Acraea (S) ella) was first described in Etosha in 1984 by H.C. Ficq. They inhabit bushveld habitats of the country and are often mistaken for the Little Acraea.

Distribution: Etosha National Park and other north-western Namibian locations.

Breeding/Larval food: Not confirmed.

Colouration: Similar to the Little Acraea but with a very white abdomen and angular wing shape of the male.

On the wing: For most of the year.

Wingspan: Approx 40mm.