Complete novice needs advice on a white.

Hitman · Post by **Hitman** » Thu Aug 10, 2006 2:56 pm

What kind of white is this?

http://www.flickr.com/photos/starscream/211764047/

Post by **Pete Eeles** » Thu Aug 10, 2006 3:00 pm

Hi Hitman!

Assuming this was taken in the UK, this is a Green-veined White.

The darker-than-usual markings at the top of the hindwings are ... unusual!

Cheers,

- Pete

eccles · Post by **eccles** » Thu Aug 10, 2006 3:22 pm

The background colour of the hindwing is very pale too.

Hitman · Post by **Hitman** » Thu Aug 10, 2006 3:40 pm

Yes it was taken in the Uk. In my garden in North Shropshire to be precise.