4,051 observationsLeast Concern
Mustard White
Pieris oleracea
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Arthropoda βΊClass: Insecta βΊOrder: Lepidoptera βΊFamily: Pieridae βΊGenus: Pieris
About
Pieris oleracea, or more commonly known as the mustard white, is a butterfly in the Pieridae family native to a large part of Canada and the northeastern United States. The nearly all-white butterfly is often found in wooded areas or open plains. There are two seasonal forms, which make it distinct from other similar species. Because of climate change, populations are moving further north.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Mustard White is Pieris oleracea.
- Mustard White belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Mustard White belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- Mustard White belongs to the class Insecta.
- Mustard White belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
- Mustard White belongs to the family Pieridae.
- Mustard White belongs to the genus Pieris.