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Field Notes

Description:

The upperside was all white. The underside of the forewing was also white while the back was yellow.

Habitat:

They were especially prevalent in the growth along or near the shoreline, and many came to the damp rocks and algae on the the shore.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (2)
gatorfellows
Sulphurs are one of the butterfly species that puddles (drinks from wet soil, sand, or rock to get dissolved minerals).
gatorfellows
Possibly a Kricogonia cabrerai or similar species of small sulphur. Here is a list to compare to your description: http://butterfliesofamerica.com/list.htm

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PublishedJune 25, 2012

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