Yellows
Guides
Coliadinae
Yellows, Sulphurs, Yellows and Sulphurs
Coliadinae is a subfamily of Pieridae butterflies comprising approximately 300 described species, commonly known as yellows or sulphurs for their characteristic coloration. The subfamily is divided into two well-supported monophyletic groups: the Coliadini (clouded yellows, brimstones, and sulphurs) and the Euremini (grass yellows). Many species exhibit strong sexual dimorphism, with males often displaying ultraviolet-reflective wing patches absent in females. The group has a global distribution with particularly high diversity in tropical and subtropical regions.