Speyeria mormonia bischoffii
Speyeria mormonia bischoffii is a of Mormon fritillary in the Nymphalidae. It is part of the greater fritillary Speyeria, which includes numerous distributed across North America. Like other Speyeria, it likely exhibits the characteristic orange and black wing patterning with silvery spots on the undersides typical of the genus. The subspecific epithet honors an individual associated with its discovery or study.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Speyeria mormonia bischoffii: /ˈspaɪəriə mɔrˈmoʊniə bɪsˈkɔfi.aɪ/
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Identification
As a of S. mormonia, S. m. bischoffii would be distinguished from other S. mormonia subspecies by subtle differences in wing pattern, coloration intensity, or size. Differentiation from other Speyeria relies on examination of wing underside spotting patterns, overall coloration, and geographic origin. Specific diagnostic features for this subspecies are not documented in the provided sources.
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Subspecies naming
The subspecific epithet 'bischoffii' follows the Latinized possessive form, indicating the was named in honor of an individual with the surname Bischoff.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- UC Davis Seminar: 'Insect Conservation in an Uncertain Future' | Bug Squad
- 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
- USPS Issues Butterfly Postage Stamp