Rare Butterfly Management Studies on Conserved Lands in San Diego County: Hermes Copper (Lycaena hermes) Translocation Final Report

Type: report

Article abstract: In 2014, 14 eggs and 11 adults (5 females and 6 males) were released in two different areas at Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area. Initial plans included releasing more individuals in 2014 as well as supplementing these releases with similar numbers in 2015. Due to a continuing drought that has suppressed adult butterfly numbers, the 2014 release numbers were lower than desired and we were unable to conduct releases in 2015.

Number of pages: 19

Authors: Marschalek, Dan; Deutschman, Douglas;

Day: 5

Month: August

Year: 2016

Prepared for: San Diego Association of Governments;

Prepared by: San Diego State University;

Keywords: Hermes copper (Lycaena hermes); translocation;

Species: Hermes copper

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