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Southern Dogface

Zerene cesonia

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Pieridae ›Genus: Zerene

About

Zerene cesonia, the southern dogface, is a North and South American butterfly in the family Pieridae, subfamily Coliadinae (until recently the species was sometimes placed in the related genus Colias instead of Zerene).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Southern Dogface?
The scientific name of Southern Dogface is Zerene cesonia.
What kingdom does Southern Dogface belong to?
Southern Dogface belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Southern Dogface belong to?
Southern Dogface belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Southern Dogface belong to?
Southern Dogface belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Southern Dogface belong to?
Southern Dogface belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Southern Dogface belong to?
Southern Dogface belongs to the family Pieridae.
What genus does Southern Dogface belong to?
Southern Dogface belongs to the genus Zerene.