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Russian Heath

Coenonympha leander

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Description:

A species of southeast Europe where it is local and not so easily found. The uniform row of spots on the underside hindwing and a reddish submarginal band are characteristic.

Habitat:

Grassy woodland margin near the village Stavropotamos (Kastoria, Greece).

Reference Links:

Russian Heath - Coenonympha leander - Overview, Coenonympha leander, Coenonympha leander on euroButterflies by Matt Rowlings

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PublishedMay 3, 2016

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