Coliadinae
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Pyrisitia
little yellows
Pyrisitia is a genus of small yellow butterflies in the family Pieridae, commonly known as "little yellows." The genus was established by Butler in 1870 and is sometimes treated as a synonym of Eurema. Species in this genus are characterized by their diminutive size and yellow coloration, and they occur in the Americas. The type species and most members are found in North, Central, and South America.
Pyrisitia proterpia
little yellow
Pyrisitia proterpia, commonly known as the little yellow, is a small butterfly in the family Pieridae. It occurs across the southern United States, Mexico, Central America, and parts of South America including Colombia. The species is associated with open habitats and has been documented in botanical gardens and natural areas.