A Provisional List of Common Names for Australian Butterflies |
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| Authors: | M F BRABY A F ATKINS K L DUNN T A WOODGER W N B QUICK |
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| Institution: | Natural Resources and Biodiversity Program, CSIRO Entomology, G.P.O. Box 1700, Canberra, A.C.T. 2601.;University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Callaghan, N.S.W. 2290.;Institute for Horticultural Development, Private Bag 15, South Eastern Mail Centre, Vic. 3176.;c/- Bohle P.O., Townsville, Qld 4818.;P.O. Box 73, Garfield, Vic. 3814. |
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| Abstract: | A provisional list of common names for the known species of Australian butterflies is presented, and the advantages of producing such a set of standard common names discussed. the criteria and methodology on which the names are based are detailed and instances in which terms should be avoided itemised. All previously used names are reviewed and current or traditional names considered; where possible, traditional names were given highest priority. Group names have been standardised at the higher taxonomic levels (i.e. genus, tribe, subfamily etc.). Problems faced in compiling the list are discussed and comments on the suitability of the proposed names invited. |
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