Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 855414

Mustard White
Pieris oleracea

Observation date: April 30, 2013
Submitted by: Judge Judy
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: sunny , 72f, mating on lake sedge. Male has been patrolling area for4 days now. I do not know what they are using as a host plant. I see no dentaria, only garlic mustard at the moment.
Status: Resident
Verified by: elsner
Verified date: May 01, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Michigan, Jackson County