The cabbage white butterfly is a common butterfly found in gardens and fields. It has white wings with black spots and a wingspan of about 1.5 to 2 inches. This butterfly is often seen fluttering around cabbage and other plants in the Brassicaceae family, as its larvae feed on these plants. Cabbage white butterflies undergo complete metamorphosis, starting as eggs, then becoming caterpillars, pupae, and finally adults. They are important pollinators but can also be considered pests due to their larvae, which can damage crops like broccoli and kale.