African Veined White
Common NameAfrican Veined White
Scientific NameBelenois gidica
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyPierinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Primary Colorspale yellow, black, white
HabitatSavanna, open woodlands, grasslands, gardens
Geographic RangeSub-Saharan Africa
Host PlantsCapparis, Maerua, Boscia, Cadaba, Ritchiea
Flight PeriodYear-round in warmer regions, seasonal in others
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants from the Capparaceae family. Larvae are typically green, and pupae are attached by a silken girdle.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive pale yellow or white ground color combined with strong dark veining and broad dark apical and marginal markings on the wings, especially noticeable on the forewing.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with pale yellow to white wings, featuring prominent dark brown or black veins and broad dark markings along the wing margins and tips.
