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Virginia state record of Phyciodes phaon (W. H. Edwards, 1864) (Nymphalidae: Limenitidinae)
No full textA state record specimen of Phyciodes phaon, originally reported by the author in the Virginia Butterfly Bulletin (Pavulaan, 2000), is illustrated for the first time with a view of location collected.In: Pavulaan, Harry (ed), Notes on Eastern North American Butterflies
Butterflies of the Potomac River woodlands in Leesburg, Loudoun Co., Virginia: a depauperate fauna?
No full textButterfly observations made over a 16-year period (2005-2020) in the deciduous woodland habitat along the Potomac River in Leesburg, VA. reveal a depauperate butterfly fauna in a region otherwise known for its rich butterfly diversity.In: Pavulaan, Harry (ed.) Notes on Eastern North American Butterflies
A Phenotypic Comparison of Regional Populations of \u3ci\u3eHemileuca maia\u3c/i\u3e (Drury, 1773) with Designations of New Subspecies (Bombycoidea, Saturniidae, Hemileucinae)
No full textFollowing refinement of the type locality of Hemileuca maia to the Long Island Pine Barrens of New York State by the author (Pavulaan, 2020), an evaluation of phenotypic characters of regional populations of H. maia is presented. The Long Island population is the nominotypical subspecies. Populations in southeastern coastal New England and offshore islands are presently considered nominotypical maia. However, several continental inland populations show evidence of subspecific variation. Four new subspecies are designated. Detailed phenotypic information of other interior regions is lacking
The International Lepidoptera Survey Newsletter, September 2001
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Thorybes clarification by Ron Gatrelle (pages 1-2)
TC-ISBN Taxonomically Correct - Index of Scientific Butterfly Names: Why do we need yet another North American names list? by Harry Pavulaan (pages 3-6)
The Taxonomic Report, preview
Mitoura grynea smilacis aberrants by Ron Gatrelle (page 8)
Research request: Agriades aquilo? by Norbert G. Kondla (page 9
A New Subspecies of \u3cem\u3eCelastrina lucia\u3c/em\u3e (W. Kirby) (Lycaenidae: Polyommatinae) in the Central Appalachian Mountain Region
No full textThe Celastrina (“Azure”) populations of the central Appalachian Mountain region have traditionally been identified as Celastrina ladon (Cramer) by numerous authors. However, the discovery of elongated dorsal wing scales in males of C. ladon (Wright & Pavulaan, 1999; Ômura et al., 2015) established that this diagnostic trait is limited to C. ladon, C. nigra (W. Forbes), and subsequently C. iryna (Pavulaan). Microscopic examination of male “Spring Azure” specimens from higher elevations in the Appalachian Mountains revealed a complete absence of these elongated scales in the resident populations, despite their outward resemblance to C. ladon. This finding demonstrates that C. ladon does not occur as a resident species at higher elevations. Additionally, the natural history characteristics of these populations strongly indicate their placement within the C. lucia species complex (“Northern Azures”)
Notes on Eastern North American Lepidoptera
No full textNew natural history elements and distribution records of several North American butterflies are reported. While diversity and distribution of butterflies in the eastern United States is commonly believed to be fully known, the findings presented here show that much is yet to be learned of our butterfly fauna.
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Celastrina ladon and C. neglecta (Lycaenidae: Polyommatinae) Are Distinct Species Differentiated Primarily by a Diagnostic Wing Scale Structure, Voltinism, and Host Tolerance of Cornus florida.by Harry Pavulaan (International Lepidoptera Survey)
Abstract. With continued confusion of the two species by naturalists, Celastrina neglecta (W. H. Edwards) is here clarified as a distinct species, not a form or subspecies of fully sympatric C. ladon (Cramer). Each is characterized by distinct physiological characteristics, phenology, voltinism, host tolerance, and distribution. C. ladon is an obligate univoltine taxon, appearing in a single springtime flight throughout its range limited to the eastern United States, while C. neglecta produces multiple late-winter through early-fall broods over a much broader range, and may be represented by localized ecotypes or biotypes. C. ladon is distinguished from all other blue Celastrina species primarily by the presence of a unique male forewing scale structure found in no other Celastrina except for dorsally-black C. nigra.
2. Pages 9-10
A Rare Case of Mosaic Gynandromorphism in the Zabulon Skipper (Lon zabulon) (Boisduval & Le Conte[1837]) (Hesperiidae) by Annette Allor (Maryland Butterflies)
Abstract. On August 15, 2021, I found an odd, yet beautiful example of a Zabulon Skipper in Elkridge, Howard County, Maryland (off the Morning Choice Trail), not far from the Rockburn Branch stream. After later investigations and subsequent emails, it turns out that this Zabulon Skipper may be the only North American Skipper ever documented with mosaic gynandromorphism.
3. Pages 11-20
Rhode Island, USA Fall Lepidoptera Survey 2021 by Harry Pavulaan
Abstract. The first TILS-sponsored survey to document lepidoptera near season’s end in Rhode Island was conducted September 18 to October 10. The goal was to document southward migrants as well as northward migrants, and also the presence and abundance of resident late season broods in the Ocean State. Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, participation was dampened, but several participants provided a good window to what was flying
Reassessment of \u3ci\u3eAmblyscirtes hegon\u3c/i\u3e (Hesperiidae) as a Complex of Four Distinct Species Revealed by Genomic Analysis
No full textAfter the discovery of a unique phenotype in the southern United States with a different ventral ground color than nominotypical Amblyscirtes hegon (Scudder, 1863), which occurs in the northeastern United States, genomic analysis revealed that A. hegon is a species complex. Phenotypic, genitalic, and genomic differences of the complex are presented here. Four species are identified: A. hegon; A. nemoris (W. H. Edwards, 1864), stat. rest.; A. matheri Patterson, Pavulaan & Grishin, sp. n. (TL: USA, Mississippi, Warren County); and A. gelidus Grishin, Patterson & Pavulaan, sp. n. (TL: USA, Michigan, Van Buren County)
Notes on Eastern North American Butterflies
No full textEditor’s Note (Harry Pavulaan). New natural history elements and distribution records of several eastern North American butterflies are reported. While diversity and distribution of butterflies in the eastern United States are commonly believed to be fully known, the findings presented here show that much is yet to be learned of our butterfly fauna.
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Lethe eurydice and L. appalachia Larvae (Nymphalidae: Satyrinae) Eat Their Shed Cuticle (Exuvia) Soon after Molting in Vermont, USA by David J. Hoag
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Larvae of Lethe eurydice and L. appalachia were observed eating their newly shed cuticle (exuvia). Further studies are needed to examine the extent of this unique dietary habit within the Satyrinae.
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Virginia state record of Phyciodes phaon (W. H. Edwards, 1864) (Nymphalidae: Limenitidinae) by Harry Pavulaan
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A state record specimen of Phyciodes phaon, originally reported by the author in the Virginia Butterfly Bulletin (Pavulaan, 2000), is illustrated for the first time with a view of location collected.
3. Pages 5-13
Butterflies of the Potomac River Woodlands in Leesburg, Loudoun Co., Virginia: A Depauperate Fauna? by Harry Pavulaan
Abstract
Butterfly observations made over a 16-year period (2005-2020) in the deciduous woodland habitat along the Potomac River in Leesburg, Virginia reveal a depauperate butterfly fauna in a region otherwise known for its rich butterfly diversity. While the forest canopy contains a high diversity of deciduous tree species, and patches of understory shrubs show limited variety, the herb flora of the forest floor is severely lacking due to uncontrolled deer browsing, poor soil conditions and prolonged annual summer droughts. The butterfly fauna is summarized here.
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Limenitis a. arthemis (White Admiral) in Coastal Southeastern Virginia by Brian Taber
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Limenitis a. arthemis is reported from coastal southeastern Virginia for the first time.
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Three Species of the Pearly-Eye Genus Enodia (Hübner, 1819) Observed Together in Colonial National Historical Park, Virginia by Kenneth Lorenzen
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Butterflies of the Pearly-eye group of satyrs (genus Enodia) are rarely observed together at the same site at the same time. This report documents an occurrence of Enodia anthedon, E. portlandia, and E. creola together at a location near Jamestown, Virginia, United States.
Editor’s note: Enodia is now recognized as a subgenus of Lethe.
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Atlides halesus (Cramer, 1777) (Lycaenidae: Theclinae) and American Mistletoe in Northern Virginia by Harry Pavulaan and Richard D. Ullrich
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Atlides halesus halesus (Great Purple Hairstreak) is documented from three sites in western Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. The host American Mistletoe (Phoradendron leucarpum) is widespread in this area, forming dense infestations on trees which certainly supports a resident population of the butterfly as evidenced by several records over a 13-year span
Harry Pepper Fonds
No full textThe fonds consists of newspaper articles written by Harry Pepper from the Rossland Miner and the Trail Times.Born in 1913, Harry Pepper spent most of his youth in Suffolk, England, before immigrating to Canada in 1929. He spent his early years in Canada working on farms during the summer months, and in the bush during the winter. In 1940 he enlisted for the war, and joined the RoyaL Canadian Artillery, fighting in the 8th Canadian Field Regiment. During the war, Harry served in England, North Africa, Italy, France, Belgium and Holland. While overseas, he married, and his new family returned to Canada in 1945. He moved to Trail as a foreman of the 4X Bakery in 1946, and was later employed by Buchan’s Bakery. In 1949 he began working at Cominco, and stayed there until his retirement. Harry Pepper was incredibly active in the sports community in Rossland, and volunteered with soccer, baseball, softball, lacrosse, and hockey. He was also an avid Curler and Golfer. He wrote a sports column for the Rossland Miner called “As I See It” and stayed with the newspaper until the building burned down and it subsequently went out of business. On his 60th birthday, he was asked to do a sports column in the Trail Daily Times called “Pepp Talk”
Discovery of a Black Female Form of \u3ci\u3ePterourus appalachiensis\u3c/i\u3e (Papilionidae: Papilioninae) and Additional Observations of the Species in West Virginia
No full textThe univoltine Pterourus appalachiensis was described from the southern Appalachian Mountain region of the United States as a sympatric sibling of P. glaucus (Pavulaan & Wright 2002). A black form was unrecognized at that time. Subsequent sampling of populations at Spruce Knob, West Virginia, United States, revealed a unique black female phenotype present among typically yellow female appalachiensis. We believe that this phenotype represents a black female form of P. appalachiensis, thus broadening our understanding of this unusual species and firmly establishing its distinction from P. canadensis
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