BUTTERFLY WATCHING IN ALADAĞLAR
Aladağlar offers excellent locations for butterfly observation, particularly areas such as Emli Valley. During the summer months, many species can be seen engaging in “mud-puddling,” making it a perfect opportunity for nature photographers and entomologists.
Local pensions and trekking tours provide organized opportunities for enthusiasts to observe these rare and endemic species while enjoying the natural beauty of the region.
Note: When observing butterflies, it is important to respect their natural habitats. Care should be taken not to disturb the species and to protect the ecosystem during any observation activity.
ABOUT BUTTERFLYS
1. Aladağ Skipper (Pyrgus aladaghensis):
This species is endemic to the Aladağlar region in Niğde, typically found at altitudes above 1,600 m. It was first described by Willy De Prins and Dirk van der Poorten in 1995.
2. Apollo Butterfly (Parnassius apollo):
A globally endangered species found in the high-altitude areas of Aladağlar
3. Many-eyed Toros Blue (Polyommatus isauricus):
This butterfly flies between Aladağlar and Malatya, with a less conspicuous pattern on the underside of the hind wings and no prominent orange spots along the lower edge.
4. Bavius (Pseudophilotes bavius):
A small blue butterfly endemic to the Taurus Mountains, commonly seen in flowering areas of Aladağlar.
5. Yellow-footed Nymphalis (Nymphalis xanthomelas):
A rare species in the region, recognizable by its yellow legs. 2.Apollo Butterfly (Parnassius a
This species is endemic to the Aladağlar region in Niğde, typically found at altitudes above 1,600 m. It was first described by Willy De Prins and Dirk van der Poorten in 1995.
2. Apollo Butterfly (Parnassius apollo):
A globally endangered species found in the high-altitude areas of Aladağlar
3. Many-eyed Toros Blue (Polyommatus isauricus):
This butterfly flies between Aladağlar and Malatya, with a less conspicuous pattern on the underside of the hind wings and no prominent orange spots along the lower edge.
4. Bavius (Pseudophilotes bavius):
A small blue butterfly endemic to the Taurus Mountains, commonly seen in flowering areas of Aladağlar.
5. Yellow-footed Nymphalis (Nymphalis xanthomelas):
A rare species in the region, recognizable by its yellow legs. 2.Apollo Butterfly (Parnassius a
6. Anatolian Black-spotted Blue (Agrodiaetus anatolica):
Observed in Emli Valley, particularly during “mud-puddling” behavior, noted for its distinct black spots.
7. Anatolian Green-underside Blue (Agrodiaetus smyrnaeus):
Also observed during mud-puddling in Aladağlar, distinguished by its green underwings.
8. Osiris Blue (Agrodiaetus osiris):
Notable for its blue and black wing patterns, often seen mud-puddling.
9. Mazarine Blue (Agrodiaetus damone):
Another species observed during mud-puddling, with striking blue and black wing patterns.
Observed in Emli Valley, particularly during “mud-puddling” behavior, noted for its distinct black spots.
7. Anatolian Green-underside Blue (Agrodiaetus smyrnaeus):
Also observed during mud-puddling in Aladağlar, distinguished by its green underwings.
8. Osiris Blue (Agrodiaetus osiris):
Notable for its blue and black wing patterns, often seen mud-puddling.
9. Mazarine Blue (Agrodiaetus damone):
Another species observed during mud-puddling, with striking blue and black wing patterns.
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