Poplar Admiral Limenitis populi
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OrderButterflies and Moths (Lepidoptera)
FamilyBrush-footed Butterflies (Nymphalidae)
GenusLimenitis (Limenitis)
This elegant poplar admiral belongs to the Limenitidine clade of the family Nymphalidae, a group known for their distinctive patterns. Named for its poplar tree host plant, this admiral represents one of the many beautiful brushfooted butterflies that grace woodlands where poplars grow, contributing to the rich biodiversity of these ecosystems.
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