Lycaena rubida ferrisi

Ferris's Ruddy Copper

Lycaena rubida ferrisi is a of the Ruddy Copper , a member of the Lycaenidae. As a subspecies of Lycaena rubida, it belongs to a group of copper butterflies characterized by orange- coloration on the upper wing surfaces. The subspecies epithet 'ferrisi' honors entomologist Gordon Ferris. Specific details distinguishing this subspecies from the nominate form are not well-documented in the provided sources.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Lycaena rubida ferrisi: /laɪˈsiːnə ˈruːbɪdə ˈfɛrɪsaɪ/

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Taxonomic Context

Lycaena rubida ferrisi is a within the Lycaena, which includes numerous . The genus Lycaena is part of the Lycaeninae, commonly known as the coppers. The species Lycaena rubida (Ruddy Copper) has multiple described subspecies, though specific diagnostic features for L. r. ferrisi are not detailed in available sources.

Nomenclatural Note

The subspecific epithet 'ferrisi' is a patronym honoring Gordon Floyd Ferris (1893-1958), an American entomologist known for his work on and other insects. This follows a common practice in lepidopteran of naming after notable entomologists or collectors.

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