Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Western White
Pontia occidentalis

Observation date: July 23, 2024
Submitted by: Cascade Colors
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I am inclined to thin Western due to location/ habitat - high elevation mountain peak/ridge. Above treeline.
Status: Resident
Verified by: mikefisher
Verified date: August 26, 2024
Coordinator notes: Your suggested ID is correct...a male with characteristic well developed apical black markings...this is probably form calyce which flies in the summer (one flight) at high altitude...the same form flies in the spring at lower altitude (under 6000 feet). The veins on the underside of the hindwings are heavily colored with green scales. Mike
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, Garfield County