Coenonympha tullia benjamini
McDunnough, 1928
Coenonympha tullia benjamini is a of the large heath butterfly, a member of the Nymphalidae. The Coenonympha tullia is widespread across northern temperate regions, with multiple subspecies recognized. The subspecies benjamini was described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1928. Large heath butterflies are associated with bog and wetland , where their larvae feed on grasses.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Coenonympha tullia benjamini: /ˌsiːnoʊˈnɪmfə ˈtʌliə ˈbɛndʒəmaɪni/
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Habitat
Blanket bogs and peatland . The is specifically associated with intact bog where Sphagnum moss dominates.
Distribution
Europe (including Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina); North America; European Union region. Records indicate presence across northern temperate regions.
Ecological Role
Associated with peatland . The serves as an indicator of intact bog quality.