Little Yellow

Little Yellow
Photo by Jaret Daniels

Species

Species:

Pyrisitia lisa

Family:

Pieridae

Subfamily:

Coliadinae

Size

Small

Where Found

Habitat

  • Woodlands, hammocks, forest margins, and adjacent open areas
  • Open habitats, disturbed sites, coastal areas
  • Pinelands, scrub
  • Gardens, parks, neighborhoods

This species has been reported in these Florida counties:

Throughout Florida

Flight Period

  • January
  • February
  • March
  • April
  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September
  • October
  • November

Description

A very common butterfly of pinelands, dry forests and adjacent open areas throughout Florida. It may be a somewhat common garden visitor in more wooded subdivisions or yards. | Photos by Jaret Daniels

UF IFAS Ext FFL