LepTraits 1.0 A globally comprehensive dataset of butterfly traits
Vaughn Shirey(Georgetown University), Elise A. Larsen(Georgetown University), Andra Doherty(Georgetown University), Clifford A. Kim(Georgetown University), Faisal T. Al-Sulaiman(Georgetown University), Jomar D. Hinolan(City College of New York), Micael Itliong(City College of New York), Mark Arcebal K. Naive(Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden), Minji Ku(Florida Museum of Natural History), Michael W. Belitz(Florida Museum of Natural History), Grace R. Jeschke(Georgetown University), Vijay Barve(Florida Museum of Natural History), Gerardo Lamas(National University of San Marcos), Akito Y. Kawahara(Florida Museum of Natural History), Robert Guralnick(Florida Museum of Natural History), Naomi E. Pierce(Harvard University), David J. Lohman(The Graduate Center, CUNY), Leslie Ries(Georgetown University)
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Abstract
Here, we present the largest, global dataset of Lepidopteran traits, focusing initially on butterflies (ca. 12,500 species records). These traits are derived from field guides, taxonomic treatments, and other literature resources. We present traits on wing size, phenology,voltinism, diapause/overwintering stage, hostplant associations, and habitat affinities (canopy, edge, moisture, and disturbance). This dataset will facilitate comparative research on butterfly ecology and evolution and our goal is to inspire future research collaboration and the continued development of this dataset.
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