list of butterflies and moths: References & Edit History
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| Type | Description | Contributor | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revised number of lepidopteran species. | Oct 23, 2025 | ||
| Revised the taxonomy of morpho butterflies. | Oct 23, 2025 | ||
| Added the atlas moth. | Jul 18, 2025 | ||
| Added an image of a cecropia moth. | Dec 11, 2024 | ||
| Replaced “gypsy moth” with “spongy moth.” | Sep 15, 2022 | ||
| New article added. | Oct 27, 2016 |
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