Speyeria

Pronunciation
/spay-EER-ee-uh/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Speyeria
Plural
Speyeria

Definition

A genus of butterflies belonging to the family Nymphalidae, known for their vibrant coloration and often intricate wing patterns.

Etymology

Example

The Speyeria genus includes several species of butterflies that are known to mimic other, often distasteful, species.

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