Anthocharis julia alaskensis
Gunder, 1932
Alaskan Orange Tip
Anthocharis julia alaskensis is a of orangetip in the Pieridae, described by Gunder in 1932. It is one of the least documented subspecies within the Anthocharis julia complex, with only four verified observations recorded on iNaturalist. The subspecies is to Alaska, representing the northernmost of this western North American butterfly group. Like other orangetips, are characterized by orange wing markings, though specific distinguishing features from related subspecies remain poorly documented due to limited study.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anthocharis julia alaskensis: /ænˈθɒkərɪs ˈdʒuːliə əˌlæˈskɛnsɪs/
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Distribution
Alaska; specifically the northernmost range of the Anthocharis julia complex. The is to this region, distinguishing it from the more southerly distributed nominate subspecies A. j. julia and other related .
Similar Taxa
- Anthocharis julia juliaThe nominate occurs further south; A. j. alaskensis is distinguished by its Alaskan distribution and was originally described as a race of Anthocharis sara before being reclassified under A. julia.
- Anthocharis saraOriginally described as a race of this (Anthocharis sara r. alaskensis); taxonomic revision moved it to A. julia, reflecting closer relationship to that .
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Taxonomic History
Originally described as Anthocharis sara r. alaskensis by Gunder in 1932, this was later reclassified as a of Anthocharis julia. This revision reflects ongoing taxonomic refinement within the orangetip group.
Documentation Status
With only four iNaturalist observations, this is among the most poorly documented in North America. Field identification resources specifically addressing this subspecies are lacking.