Large Orange Sulphur

Description:

Photo take near home on a dirt road getting minerals from the soil this yellow butterfly is a large one about 7 cm wingspan all yellow color on top wings and under wings.The upper surface of the males is bright orange without markings. There are two female forms, a pink-white and yellow-orange form. The underside of the forewings of both sexes has a straight submarginal line. There are two seasonal forms: the winter form has heavier underside markings.

Habitat:

Found on open areas from Central America to Florida.