Small White, Pieris rapae Family: Pieridae

1550     *     Pieris rapae     *     Small White


Widespread, common

Wingspan: 38-55mm
Flight time: 2 or 3 generations, April to September
Habitat: Found in a variety of habitats including gardens, hedgerows, grassland, and waste and arable ground

Larval foodplants: Various crucifers, Nasturtiums and members of the cabbage family


Small White, Pieris rapae


Small White, Pieris rapae


Small White, Pieris rapae


Small White, Pieris rapae
Small White, Pieris rapae
Dorset. Larva August 2015, adult ex larva September 2015

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