butterfly

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The Marsh Fritillary butterfly used to be widespread across the UK and Ireland but plummeted in the last century as farming practices changed.

From BBC

The "first of its kind in the UK" report identified the country's rarest species, including the high brown fritillary butterfly and Snowden leaf beetle, based on how geographically restricted they are, said Natural Resources Wales.

From BBC

Trefry likened this awkward time of life to the stage in a butterfly’s development when a caterpillar disappears inside a chrysalis and dissolves into goo before reforming into something entirely new.

From Salon

The practice of naming new species after celebrities, fictional characters and others has a long history, and “giving these butterflies an unusual name helps to draw attention to this underappreciated group,” Dr. Blanca said.

From New York Times

Kenneth Devis of Eagle Rock edged Jones to win the 100 butterfly in 50 seconds flat, then broke the City record in the 100 breaststroke with a time of 55.90 seconds.

From Los Angeles Times