Colias eurytheme
Table of Contents
Common Name: Orange Sulpher
Scientific Classification
| Kingdom: Animalia |
| Phylum: Arthropoda |
| Class: Insecta |
| Order: Lepidoptera |
| Family: Pieridae |
| Genus: Colias |
| Species: Colias eurytheme |
Conservation Status
Identifying Features
The orange sulpher has a 2" wingspand and is a yellow-orange color. The wings have a black border. on the hind wing, there is a silver spot with red surrounding it.
Habitat & Range
Orange sulphers are found in fields and open areas throughout North America.
Behavior
The lavae feed off of plants in Fabaceae, the pea family, especially alfalfa.
Life Cycle
These butterflies live short lifespans as adults, averaging 14 days for females and 25 for males.
Featured image by Tommy C.
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