Salome Yellow
Common NameSalome Yellow
Scientific NameEurema salome
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyColiadinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Primary Colorsyellow, pale yellow, brown
HabitatOpen areas, forest edges, clearings, gardens, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeSouthern North America (southern Texas, Florida), Central America, South America
Host PlantsSenna species (Fabaceae)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions; multiple broods
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Larvae are green with a pale lateral stripe, feeding on legumes. Pupae are typically green or brown, camouflaged, leading to multiple generations annually.
Identification TipsKey features include the mottled yellow underside with small brown spots, especially on the hindwing, and the slightly pointed forewing apex. Males often exhibit a brighter yellow coloration.
Description
A small to medium-sized yellow butterfly with a pale yellow upperside and a deeper, mottled yellow underside often marked with small brown spots, particularly on the hindwing.
