Help With Whites Please.
Help With Whites Please.
Whilst walking today in woodland there were quite a few of these butterflies around. Would I be right in thinking that they are Green Veined Whites? I am confusing myself by thinking that GVW should have a dot on the wings. Thought that I would check with the experts.The two pics are of the same butterfly.
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Re: Help With Whites Please.
Yes, thats a male green-veined white. The dot is optional, particularly in the spring brood, which typically has a well patterned underside but weaker markings above.
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Re: Help With Whites Please.
Thanks for the help Guy. Much appreciated.
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Re: Help With Whites Please.
Nice photos, its not easy telling the White's apart but the GVW seems to come into the garden more than the others.
Regards Shirley
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