Green-striped White
Common NameGreen-striped White
Scientific NameEuchloe belemia
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyPierinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorswhite, green, black
HabitatOpen grassy areas, rocky slopes, scrubland, Mediterranean garrigue
Geographic RangeSouthern Europe, North Africa, Middle East
Host PlantsBiscutella didyma, Sinapis alba, Diplotaxis erucoides, Moricandia arvensis
Flight PeriodFebruary to May
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on the flower buds or young leaves of various Brassicaceae. Larvae feed on the host plant, pupating after several instars, often overwintering as a chrysalis.
Identification TipsLook for the striking green-striped pattern on the underside of the hindwings, which is unique among white butterflies in its range. The black forewing spot is also a key feature.
Description
This butterfly features white wings with a prominent black discal spot on the forewing. The underside of the hindwings is distinctively marked with broad green stripes or marbling on a white background.
