Euphilotes pallescens calneva
J.Emmel & T.Emmel, 1998
Honey Lake Blue
Euphilotes pallescens calneva is a of in the Lycaenidae, commonly known as the Honey Lake Blue. It was described by John and Thomas Emmel in 1998. As a member of the Euphilotes, it belongs to a group of small butterflies commonly called 'blue' butterflies, though specific details about this particular subspecies remain limited in available sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Euphilotes pallescens calneva: /juːˈfaɪloʊtiːz ˈpælɛˌsɛnz ˈkælnɛvə/
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Distribution
The epithet 'calneva' suggests an association with the Honey Lake area in northeastern California and northwestern Nevada (the CALNEVA region). The limited observation count (7 records in iNaturalist) indicates it has a restricted or poorly surveyed range.
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Taxonomic Note
GBIF lists this as a synonym under 'Philotes pallescens,' while iNaturalist maintains it as a valid under Euphilotes. The Euphilotes versus Philotes distinction reflects ongoing taxonomic debate in this group of lycaenid butterflies. The Emmel brothers (John and Thomas) are recognized authorities on western North American butterflies, particularly lycaenids.
Data Limitations
This is poorly represented in public databases. The provided source material about 'damsel bugs' ( Nabidae) is unrelated to this and has been disregarded. No reliable sources specifically addressing E. p. calneva , , or were found in the provided context.