Troyus turneri

Troyus turneri, Turner's Skipper, is a butterfly found in Jamaica.[1]

Troyus turneri
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Troyus

Warren & Turland, 2012
Species:
T. turneri
Binomial name
Troyus turneri
Warren & Turland, 2012

The wingspan is about 10 mm.

Etymology

The genus is named for the town of Troy, which is nearest to the region of where it was collected (the Cockpit Country). The species is named in honor of Thomas Turner, an expert on Jamaican butterflies who contributed to its discovery.

References

  1. "New Jamaica butterfly species emphasizes need for biodiversity research". University of Florida News. University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611. 3 Dec 2012. Retrieved 2 May 2013.


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