Speyeria hesperis chitone
(W.H.Edwards, 1879)
Speyeria hesperis chitone is a of fritillary in the Nymphalidae. It was described by W.H. Edwards in 1879. The is currently listed as a synonym of Speyeria atlantis in GBIF records. As a member of the greater fritillary group (Speyeria), it belongs to a known for visual-based navigation to patches and obligate larval dependence on violet family plants (Violaceae).
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Speyeria hesperis chitone: //spaɪˈɪəriə ˈhɛspərɪs ˈkaɪtoʊniː//
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Host Associations
- Violaceae - larval food plantAll Speyeria have obligate larval association with violet plants; specific records for this are not documented in provided sources.
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Taxonomic Status Note
GBIF records indicate Speyeria hesperis chitone is currently treated as a synonym of Speyeria atlantis. The original description by W.H. Edwards (1879) may reflect historical taxonomic concepts that have since been revised. Contemporary sources do not consistently recognize this as valid.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- UC Davis Seminar: 'Insect Conservation in an Uncertain Future' | Bug Squad
- Meloidae Holdings | Entomology Research Museum
- Bohart Museum Butterfly Donor Chuck Hageman Leaves a Lasting Legacy | Bug Squad
- Two other orange and black butterflies: Variegated fritillary, Euptoieta claudia, and great spangled fritillary, Speyeria cybele — Bug of the Week
- Speyeria atlantis Archives - Entomology Today
- The Eyes Have It: How Butterflies Navigate to Suitable Habitat