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Original scientific paper
DOI: 10.46793/KgJSci2601055V
Volume: 48 | Issue: 1 | Year: 2026 | Pages: 55-63
ABSTRACT:
After nearly a century without confirmed records, the woodland butterfly species Lopinga achine (Scopoli, 1763) has been rediscovered in Serbia. During a lepidopterological survey in June 2025, several individuals were recorded in the Bosut Forests (northwestern Serbia), representing the first confirmed observation since 1935. The species inhabits ancient, well-preserved oak–hornbeam forests dominated by Quercus robur L. and Carpinus betulus L., with a rich herb layer characterized by dense Carex spp. stands. Behavioral observations indicate typical forest-dwelling habits, including slow flight and probable oviposition near Carex spp. The population faces several threats, primarily inadequate forest management. Conservation measures should prioritize sustainable forest practices and protection of remaining habitats to ensure the long-term survival of L. achine in Serbia.
Keywords: alluvial forest, butterfly, Carex, conservation, Pannonian Plain
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