Identification Guide : Commonly Confused Belenois

The 3 Belenois species gidica, aurota, & creona are among the most common butterflies on the continent of Africa and yet are also among the most commonly misidentified butterflies on iNaturalist. This is due to their superficial similarity and the variability expressed in their wing patterns.

Hopefully this colour-coded guide will help you pin-point the key basic features of each species.

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If anyone needs a more detailed explanation of defining features, please ask in the comments below.

Publicado el mayo 24, 2020 04:35 TARDE por cabintom cabintom

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Apologies if I post the link to this guide on more than one of your observations.

Publicado por cabintom hace casi 4 años

I so enjoy these journal posts! Wonderful stuff, Tom!

Publicado por sambiology hace casi 4 años

Excellent!!! I needed this.

Publicado por snidge hace casi 4 años

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