Gonepteryx eversi

La Gomera Cleopatra

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by Matt Rowlings

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La Gomera, Spain, August 2021

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La Gomera, Spain, August 2021

Only wings remained of this specimen.

Field notes and information

Very similar to the Tenerife Cleopatra G. cleobule in all aspects of flight and habitat. Genetic analysis suggests the insect flying on La Gomera is a separate species.

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La Gomera, Spain, August 2021

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La Gomera, Spain, August 2021

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La Gomera, Spain, August 2021

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La Gomera, Spain, August 2021

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La Gomera, Spain, August 2021

More wings

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La Gomera, Spain, August 2021

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La Gomera, Spain, August 2021

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La Gomera, Spain, August 2021

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La Gomera, Spain, August 2021