天山绢蝶 Tianshan Apollo
Parnassius tianschanicus · Lepidoptera · 绢蝶科 · IUCN: LC
The Tianshan Apollo (Parnassius tianschanicus) is a remarkable insect distinguished by its white wings with broad black borders and distinctive red eyespots. This species inhabits alpine zones of the Tianshan Mountains, where it is a weak, bobbing flight, often seen basking on stones in early morning. As a member of the Parnassiidae (绢蝶科), it represents an important component of its ecosystem, contributing to the intricate web of interactions that sustain biodiversity in its native range.
- 体长 Size
- 20-50 mm
- 分布 Distribution
- China
- 生境 Habitat
- Forest
- 活跃季节 Season
- May - Sep
- 保护级别 Conservation
- LC
- 中国特有 Endemic
- 否 No