Great Southern White Butterfly

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The Great Southern White (Ascia monuste) is a neotropical white, with a limited range in the United States.

It can be found, often visiting gardens, along Southern tier states from Florida through California.

The picture shows a males, with a slight dark border on the top wings. Top and bottom wings are marked on the female.

© 2008 Patricia A. Michaels