Speyeria hesperis nausicaa
(W.H. Edwards, 1874)
hesperis nausicaa is a of the northwestern fritillary , first described by W.H. Edwards in 1874. It is currently recognized as a synonym of Speyeria atlantis. The belongs to the . Research on related Speyeria species has demonstrated that visual perception is the primary sense used for navigation to suitable .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Speyeria hesperis nausicaa: //spaɪˈɛɹiə ˈhɛspərɪs ˈnɔːsɪkə//
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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