Scientific name Leptotes Rank Genus | ||
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Lower classifications |
Leptotes is a butterfly genus in the family Lycaenidae. They are commonly known as zebra blues in reference to their zebra-striped undersides.
Several species have recently been moved here from the genus Tarucus, a rather close relative. An even closer relative, however, seems to be Cyclyrius.
Species
The genus can be divided in two distinct geographic groups which are possible clades, as well as one more isolated species:
Afrotropical species:
Neotropical species:
Placement uncertain:
References
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