List of butterflies of Georgia, a nation in the Caucasus region of Eurasia. Georgia's varied climate and geography make it home to a diverse range of butterfly species, some of which are endemic to the region.
Geographical Distribution
editGeorgia's unique location, spanning both Europe and Asia, contributes to its rich biodiversity. The country's varied ecosystems, from the subtropical Black Sea coast to the alpine regions of the Greater Caucasus, offer habitats for numerous butterfly species.[1][2]
Conservation Status
editMany of Georgia's butterfly species are of significant conservation concern due to habitat loss, climate change, and other environmental pressures. Efforts to conserve these species are ongoing, with several areas designated as protected habitats.[3]
List of Butterflies
editThe following is a list of butterfly species recorded in Georgia, organized by family.[4]
Papilionidae
edit- Papilio machaon - Old World swallowtail
- Iphiclides podalirius - Scarce swallowtail
- Parnassius apollo - Apollo butterfly
Pieridae
edit- Pieris brassicae - Large white
- Pieris rapae - Small white
- Gonepteryx rhamni - Common brimstone
Nymphalidae
edit- Vanessa atalanta - Red Admiral
- Inachis io - European Peacock
- Aglais urticae - Small Tortoiseshell
Lycaenidae
edit- Polyommatus icarus - Common Blue
- Lycaena phlaeas - Small Copper
- Callophrys rubi - Green Hairstreak
Hesperiidae
edit- Ochlodes venata - Large Skipper
- Thymelicus sylvestris - Small Skipper
References
edit- ^ "Flora and Fauna of Georgia: Discovering Its Rich Biodiversity and Natural Ecosystems". georgia.to. Retrieved 2024-08-14.
- ^ "Caucasus Hotspot". Caucasus Nature Fund. Retrieved 2024-08-14.
- ^ "Caucasus CEPF". www.cepf.net. Retrieved 2024-08-14.
- ^ Mumladze, Levan; Japoshvili, Bella; Anderson, Elizabeth P. (2020-09-01). "Faunal biodiversity research in the Republic of Georgia: a short review of trends, gaps, and needs in the Caucasus biodiversity hotspot". Biologia. pp. 1385–1397. doi:10.2478/s11756-019-00398-6. Retrieved 2024-08-14.