Leptidea sinapis
Scientific NameLeptidea sinapis
FamilyPieridae
Wingspan (mm)35-45
HabitatFound in woodland clearings, rides, edges, hedgerows, and meadows, often preferring damp areas with abundant larval food plants.
Conservation StatusLeast Concern (globally, IUCN), though experiencing declines in parts of its Western European range.
Description
A small, delicate white butterfly with a weak, fluttering flight. Males typically exhibit a small greyish-black spot at the apex of the forewing, which is often absent or very faint in females. The underside of the hindwing frequently displays yellowish-green markings, particularly in the spring brood.
