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Cryptic Wood White

Leptidea juvernica

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (35 countries).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Animalia (Animals)

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Insecta (Insects)

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Leptidea juvernica (Cryptic Wood White)

Names in Other Languages

French Piéride irlandaise

German Kryptischer Tintenfleck

Similar Species in Leptidea

Eastern Wood White

Leptidea duponcheli

Fenton's Wood White

Leptidea morsei

Near Threatened

Real's Wood White

Leptidea sinapis

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cryptic Wood White?

The scientific name of Cryptic Wood White is Leptidea juvernica. It belongs to the genus Leptidea.

What is the conservation status of Cryptic Wood White?

Cryptic Wood White (Leptidea juvernica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cryptic Wood White live?

Cryptic Wood White is found in Found across Europe (35 countries).. Countries include Albania, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia.

What family does Cryptic Wood White belong to?

Cryptic Wood White (Leptidea juvernica) belongs to the genus Leptidea, which is part of the taxonomic family Pieridae.

Is Cryptic Wood White endangered?

No, Cryptic Wood White (Leptidea juvernica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Cryptic Wood White belong to?

Cryptic Wood White (Leptidea juvernica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Cryptic Wood White?

The closest relatives of Cryptic Wood White in the genus Leptidea include Eastern Wood White, Fenton's Wood White, Real's Wood White, Wood White.

Native Range — 35 Countries

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Genus Leptidea — 5 Species

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Cryptic Wood White

Leptidea juvernica

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Eastern Wood White

Leptidea duponcheli

Fenton's Wood White

Leptidea morsei

Real's Wood White

Leptidea sinapis

Data verified March 2026

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