Butterflies of Tunisia Marigold - Colias croceus

This stamp presents the Marigold, a butterfly from the Pieridae family recognizable by its orange-yellow dress bordered with black. The illustration shows it foraging on lantana flowers, emphasizing its crucial role as a pollinator. It is a highly migratory species that is commonly observed in alfalfa fields and flower meadows in Tunisia from the beginning of spring. Its presence is often a sign of a healthy and preserved agricultural environment.