European cabbage butterfly

The European cabbage butterfly, also known as the small cabbage white (Pieris rapae), is a species of butterfly whose larvae are significant pests. These green caterpillars feed on cabbage and other plants in the mustard family, often causing extensive damage to crops.1

This butterfly is characterized by its white or cream-colored wings, typically marked with small black dots. It was introduced to North America around 1860 and has since become a common sight. The larvae of the cabbage butterfly are often referred to as "cabbage worms" and are a particular concern for agriculturalists. Control methods primarily involve insecticides, though resistance to these chemicals is becoming more prevalent in insect populations.123