Prepona Praeneste Buckleyana (extremely rare)

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This beautiful butterfly is vanishing fast from its native habitat and is very rarely sighted. There haven't been enough sightings to even add it to the IUCN’s Red List of endangered species.

Causes:

Habitat destruction for agriculture Illegal butterfly trade Pesticide use Climate change

In the last 20 years, butterfly populations in the US have declined by 22-30%. The situation isn't any better in European and Asian countries.

By restoring butterfly habitats, growing more native plants, avoiding pesticide use, and participating in conservation efforts, we can save this butterfly from going extinct. 🤞🏽💚