Leptophobia caesia

Leptophobia caesia

(Lucas, 1852) Catalogue of Life

GBIF observations
577 GBIF
iNaturalist observations
381 iNaturalist
Taxonomic rank
Species
7 specimens
Description

Leptophobia caesia, the bluish white, is a butterfly in the family Pieridae. The species was first described by Hippolyte Lucas in 1852. It is found from Mexico to Ecuador. This butterfly inhabits various environments, including tropical and subtropical forests, and is often seen near rivers and streams. Leptophobia caesia is known for its delicate, pale blue to white wings, which provide effective camouflage against predators. Its presence contributes to the biodiversity of the regions it inhabits, and it plays a role in pollination, thus supporting the local ecosystems.

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Status

COL status
accepted
Nomenclatural code
zoological
Extinct
FALSE

Specimens in the collection

Legacy synonyms
leptophobia caesia
leptosia caesia caesia lucas 1852
Non-butterfly
Off
Hybrid

Larval host plants GloBI

Observed associations from aggregated sources — unranked.