Plebejus glandon punctatus

Austin, 1998

Plebejus glandon punctatus is a of the , a small lycaenid found in mountainous regions of Europe. The subspecies was described by Austin in 1998 and is currently listed as taxonomically doubtful by GBIF. Like other members of the P. glandon complex, are associated with alpine and subalpine where their develop in association with .

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Plebejus glandon punctatus: //ˈplɛbɛ.jus ˈɡlæn.dɔn pʌŋkˈtɑːtəs//

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Habitat

Alpine and subalpine zones in mountainous terrain.

Distribution

Europe, including Andorra and Austria. GBIF records indicate presence in the European Union.

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Taxonomic Status

GBIF lists this as DOUBTFUL, indicating uncertainty about its validity as a distinct . The Plebejus is taxonomically complex, with ongoing revisions affecting and subspecies boundaries.

Nomenclatural Note

The epithet 'glandon' has been variously placed in including Plebejus and Agriades, reflecting historical taxonomic instability in this group of .