Notes on the Status and Ecology ofAnaea troglodyta floridalis(Nymphalidae) in Everglades National Park

A decade-long survey in Everglades National Park revealed that the butterfly Anaea troglodyta floridalis thrives in disturbed habitats, particularly after prescribed fires and hurricanes. The species showed resilience, with populations rebounding quickly post-fire and post-storm, suggesting adaptability to environmental perturbations. While most active from late fall to early spring, its abundance fluctuated annually within Long Pine Key's pine rocklands. This study highlights the ecological flexibility of A. t. floridalis, offering insights into its survival strategies in dynamic ecosystems.

Salvato, M. H., & Salvato, H. L. (2010). Notes on the Status and Ecology ofAnaea troglodyta floridalis(Nymphalidae) in Everglades National Park. Journal of the Lepidopterists’ Society, 64(2), 91–97. https://doi.org/10.18473/lepi.v64i2.a4