Euphydryas anicia wecoeut

M.Fisher, Spomer & Scott, 2006

Euphydryas anicia wecoeut is a of checkerspot in the . It belongs to a complex of Euphydryas checkerspots found in western North America. The subspecies was described in 2006 by M. Fisher, Spomer, and Scott. Like other members of the , it is associated with specific plants for larval development. The broader Euphydryas anicia has been the subject of concern, with related subspecies proposed for federal listing.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Euphydryas anicia wecoeut: //juːˈfaɪdrɪəs əˈnɪʃə wɛkoʊˈjuːt//

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Identification

Distinguished from other Euphydryas anicia by specific pattern characteristics and geographic distribution. The subspecies name "wecoeut" appears to reference a specific locality or region. Precise identification requires examination of wing pattern elements including the arrangement and coloration of checkerspot markings on the and wing surfaces.

Habitat

Associated with montane and subalpine in western North America. Related occur in pinyon-juniper-oak woodlands and adjacent grassland .

Distribution

Western North America; specific range corresponds to the locality implied by the epithet. The broader Euphydryas anicia occurs across western United States including New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, and adjacent regions.

Human Relevance

Related of Euphydryas anicia have been subjects of concern and proposed listings. The Sacramento Mountains checkerspot (E. a. cloudcrofti) was proposed for federal listing, highlighting conservation interest in this .

Similar Taxa

  • Euphydryas anicia cloudcroftiAnother of E. anicia, proposed for listing; differs in geographic distribution and specific pattern characteristics
  • Euphydryas edithaRelated checkerspot in the same ; differs in associations and geographic range primarily in western coastal and montane regions
  • Euphydryas auriniaEuropean checkerspot ; differs in geographic distribution and preferences

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