Cabbage Butterfly Collection

Pieride de la rave Lesser white cabbage butterfly, Pieris rapae, bastard wasp and fruit flies on a flower
FLO4562389 Pieride de la rave Lesser white cabbage butterfly, Pieris rapae, bastard wasp and fruit flies on a flower. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn

Large white butterfly (Pieris brassicae), Vallee de l Eure (Eure Valley), Eure-et-Loir, France, August

Large white butterfly (Pieris brassicae) feeding on lavender flowers in garden, England, UK, August

Large white butterfly (Pieris brassicae) feeding on lavender flowers in garden, England, UK, August

Two butterflies sucking nectar in parallel
Two Small Whites are sucking nectar of the flowers of Chinese garlic chives at the same time. Late spring scene

Large White, Cabbage Butterfly or Cabbage White -Pieris brassicae-, caterpillar

Cabbage-Butterfly

Large White butterfly -Pieris brassicae- on Common Zinnia -Zinnia elegans-

Large White -Pieris brassicae-, Hesse, Germany

Small Tortoiseshell -Aglais urticae, Nymphalis urticae-, Hesse, Germany

Large Whites or Cabbage Butterflies Pieris brassicae, illustration
Large White or Cabbage Butterfly (Pieris brassicae), illustration

Larvae of Large White or Cabbage Butterfly Pieris brassicae, illustration
Larvae of Large White or Cabbage Butterfly (Pieris brassicae), illustration

Large White Butterfly - female feeding on Lavender flower - Essex, UK IN000808
COS-3852 Large White Butterfly - female feeding on Lavender flower Essex, UK Pieris brassicae Bill Coster contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

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The cabbage butterfly, scientifically known as Pieris brassicae, is a large white butterfly that can be found in various regions such as the Vallee de l Eure in Eure-et-Loir. With its delicate wings and graceful flight, this species has captured the attention of nature enthusiasts worldwide. One captivating image showcases a cabbage butterfly feeding on lavender flowers in an English garden. The vibrant colors of the lavender petals contrast beautifully with the butterfly's pure white wings, creating a mesmerizing sight. In another photo, two butterflies are seen sucking nectar from parallel flowers, their synchronized movements resembling a graceful dance. A closer look at these enchanting creatures reveals intricate details through an SEM micrograph of their scales. These tiny structures contribute to their ethereal appearance and aid them in gliding effortlessly through the air. Such microscopic wonders remind us of the immense beauty hidden within nature's creations. Historical records also shed light on our fascination with cabbage butterflies. A page from The Pictorial Museum of Animated Nature features an engraving capturing their elegance and allure during past centuries when scientific exploration was just beginning to unravel nature's mysteries. Not only admired for their adult form but also for their fascinating life cycle, caterpillars of this species are equally intriguing. One photograph captures a young cabbage butterfly caterpillar munching on leaves – a testament to its transformational journey from larva to majestic winged creature. These magnificent insects have made appearances across different continents too. From England's gardens adorned with lavender blooms to Germany's Hesse region where they flutter gracefully amidst lush greenery - these butterflies have truly captivated hearts worldwide. Whether it is admiring them while they feed on fragrant lavender or observing them delicately perched upon Common Zinnia flowers - encountering the cabbage butterfly brings joy and wonderment into our lives. Their presence reminds us that even amidst chaos and uncertainty, there will always be moments of beauty and tranquility found in nature's embrace.