These are similar to the Large White except are smaller in size. They are to be found all throughout Europe up to 2000m. They are common everywhere and can often be seen in great numbers. Their flight period is from mid-March to October and they have from two to four broods.

Their eggs are laid singly on the underside of leaves of the caterpillar’s food plant.Small White Butterfly: sits on Asphodel plant in March

The caterpillar’s body is green with a fine yellow line running along the back, with short hairs.

The male butterfly has one dark spot on the white forewing, which varies greatly in intensity.