Heliopetes elonmuski

Grishin, 2023

SpaceX White-Skipper

Heliopetes elonmuski is a of described by Grishin in 2023. It belongs to the Heliopetes within the . The "SpaceX White-Skipper" references Elon Musk and his aerospace company. The species has been documented in 175 iNaturalist observations.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Heliopetes elonmuski: /hɛlioʊˈpiːtiːz ɛˈlɒnmʌski/

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Etymology

The specific epithet "elonmuski" honors Elon Musk, founder of SpaceX, in recognition of his contributions to space exploration and sustainable energy.

Taxonomic History

Described as a new in 2023 by Grishin, representing a recently recognized within the well-studied skipper Heliopetes.

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