Boisduval's Yellow
Common NameBoisduval's Yellow
Scientific NameEurema boisduvaliana
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyColiadinae
Wingspan (mm)38
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsyellow, orange, brown
HabitatOpen fields, forest edges, clearings, disturbed areas, gardens
Geographic RangeSouthern United States (Texas, Arizona, Florida), Mexico, Central America, and northern South America
Host PlantsSenna obtusifolia, Senna tora, various other legumes (Fabaceae)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions; multiple broods from late spring to fall in temperate areas
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae are green and feed on legumes. Pupae are typically green or brown, camouflaged on the host plant.
Identification TipsLook for the overall bright yellow coloration and the subtle reddish-brown mottling on the underside of the hindwings, which helps distinguish it from other similar yellow *Eurema* species.
Description
A small to medium-sized butterfly with bright yellow wings. The underside of the hindwing is predominantly yellow with faint reddish-brown mottling and small spots, particularly towards the outer margin.
