Pieridae

Definition

A family of butterflies characterized by their typically white or yellow wings, often with black markings. They are known as 'white butterflies' or 'yellow butterflies'.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'Piera', a region in Greece known for its association with the Muses, indirectly used as the family name in entomology.

Example

The Pieridae family includes species like the Cabbage White butterfly (Pieris rapae).

Related Terms

• White butterflies
• Yellow butterflies
• Cabbage White
• Butterfly