Western Dappled White
Common NameWestern Dappled White
Scientific NameEuchloe crameri
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyPierinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Primary Colorswhite, green, black
HabitatOpen, dry, rocky areas, garrigue, scrubland, meadows, often near coasts or in hills.
Geographic RangeSouthwestern Europe (Iberian Peninsula, southern France, Italy), North Africa.
Host PlantsBiscutella, Sinapis, Diplotaxis, Iberis
Flight PeriodMarch to July
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on the flower buds or seed pods of host plants. Larvae feed on the flowers and developing seeds, and pupae typically overwinter.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive green and white marbled pattern on the underside of the hindwings, which is unique among European white butterflies. The upperside of the forewing has a prominent black apical spot and a discal spot.
Description
A medium-sized white butterfly characterized by a striking greenish-yellow and white marbled pattern on the underside of its hindwings, and prominent black spots on the upperside of its forewings.
