Oeneis melissa lucilla
W. Barnes & McDunnough, 1918
Oeneis melissa lucilla is a of the Melissa , a member of the Satyrinae within . This subspecies occurs in North America and has been documented in Russia and parts of Europe. Like other Oeneis , it inhabits cool, often high-elevation environments. The Oeneis comprises Arctic and alpine butterflies adapted to cold climates, with many species showing limited capabilities.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Oeneis melissa lucilla: //ˈiːn.i.is məˈlɪs.ə luːˈsɪl.ə//
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Habitat
Cool, often high-elevation environments typical of -alpine . Specific details for this are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
North America; Russia; Europe; European Union. Distribution records indicate presence across these regions, though precise range boundaries are not well documented.
More Details
Taxonomic notes
This was described by W. Barnes & McDunnough in 1918. The parent Oeneis melissa is part of a of commonly known as '' due to their northern and alpine distributions.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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