What is it about?
A single specimen of the butterfly, Doleschallia tongana was collected on Guam indicating its geographical distribution.
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Why is it important?
This species doesn't match any of the species in the Butterflies of Micronesia Book (Schreiner et al.). It is very important to study this invasive insect because it has been said to feed on breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis).
Perspectives
I had a great experience working with these great experts as this is my first article. We need the public's help in locating these host plants to prevent damage.
Jake Manuel
University of Guam
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This page is a summary of: First record of Doleschallia tongana (Lepidoptera: Nymphalidae) for Guam Island, F1000Research, March 2018, Faculty of 1000, Ltd.,
DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.14316.1.
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