Yellow-white butterflies
- Pronunciation
- /YELL-oh-white BUTTER-fly/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Yellow-white butterfly
- Plural
- Yellow-white butterflies
Definition
Butterflies belonging to the family Pieridae, characterized by predominantly yellow or white coloration on their wings.
Etymology
From the Latin 'pictus', meaning 'painted' or 'variegated'.
Example
The yellow-white butterflies, such as the Cabbage White, are often found in gardens and fields.
Related Terms
- Pieridae
- Cabbage White
Usage Notes
Some yellow-white butterflies have excretory deposits that contribute to their coloration.