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Un nuovo articolo scientifico di Luca Anselmo per la tutela delle farfalle di fronte al cambiamento climatico

It is not just a chromatic issue related to the color of a butterfly's wings, but the solution to a small mystery regarding its eating habits. As we know, concerning food, lepidopterans are very selective because they mainly feed on very specific plant species, especially in the larval stage. In the case of Anthocharis euphenoides, also known as the Provence aurora, the species considered to be its preferred food source may not be the one that has been believed until now.

On Saturday, December 3, 2024, an interesting report was broadcasted on Geo about the Orsiera Rocciavré Natural Park. The popular RAI program dedicated to the environment and its wonders narrated the story of a herb - thyme - and its multiple culinary and medicinal properties with its usual expertise, spiced up with spectacular shots inside the Protected Areas of the Cozie Alps. A real source of pride for a Park Authority that is responsible for safeguarding and enhancing the natural heritage of its territories.

The Apollo butterfly is a large diurnal butterfly with a wingspan that can exceed 5 cm. The wings are mainly white with black spots in the front area, while the hind wings have two or more red spots bordered in black with a white pupil.