Statira Sulphur
Common NameStatira Sulphur
Scientific NameAphrissa statira
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyColiadinae
Wingspan (mm)60
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorspale yellow, greenish-yellow
HabitatOpen woodlands, forest edges, clearings, gardens, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeSouthern Florida, southern Texas, Mexico, Central America, and South America
Host PlantsSenna alata, Senna occidentalis, Senna obtusifolia, other Senna species
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions; spring to fall in subtropical areas of its range
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on the leaves of host plants. Larvae are green with a white lateral stripe, and pupae are green, angular, and resemble a leaf or stem.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its uniform pale greenish-yellow coloration, lack of prominent markings on the wings, and the slightly pointed shape of its forewings.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with uniformly pale greenish-yellow wings, often appearing translucent, and a slightly pointed forewing apex.
