Chlosyne definita
(Aaron, 1885)
Definite Patch, Definite Checkerspot
Chlosyne definita, commonly known as the Definite Patch or Definite Checkerspot, is a in the Nymphalidae. It is native to North America and belongs to the checkerspot group within the Chlosyne. The species was first described by Aaron in 1885, originally placed in the genus Melitaea. Two are recognized: C. d. definita and C. d. anastasia.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Chlosyne definita: /kloʊˈsaɪni dɪˈfɪnɪtə/
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Distribution
North America. Specific range details beyond continental presence are not documented in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Chlosyne laciniaBoth are checkerspot butterflies in the same found in similar North American . C. lacinia (Bordered Patch) has been observed in milkweed habitats in New Mexico, suggesting potential range overlap with C. definita.