A Preliminary Study Of The Butterfly Species Found In Southern Lewis And Clark County, Montana
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Authors
Lindsay, Christopher
Advisor
John Christenson
Marilyn Schendel
Joan Stottlemyer
Marilyn Schendel
Joan Stottlemyer
Editor
Date of Issue
2000-04-01
Subject Keywords
butterfly, Helena, Montana, Lewis and Clark County
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Title
A Preliminary Study Of The Butterfly Species Found In Southern Lewis And Clark County, Montana
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thesis
Description
Abstract
The diversity of butterfly species in Lewis and Clark County, Montana was studied. Butterflies were captured, killed, mounted, and identified from eight locations within the county. Collection took place from June 1st to August 15th, 1999. The results were analyzed on the basis of number of species, number of individuals, location and date of capture, and sex of the butterflies. The metamorphosis from larvae to adult was also examined. This investigation demonstrated that the butterflies were mostly male, and that they differed in number of species per location. However, no difference was seen in the number of species observed or first emerging in a time period. The study revealed that the number of individuals increased as summer progressed, and that the species varied in the length of flight period and range of habitat. During the course of the study, 56 species of butterflies were seen. This analysis serves as a basis for comparison to future studies since it is the first of its kind for Lewis and Clark County.
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Degree Awarded
Bachelor's
Semester
Spring
Department
Life & Environmental Sciences