INSECTS


Lepidoptera (Butterflies and Moths) is the only insect group which has been studied or recorded in any depth, mainly by local enthusiasts.

Odonata (Damselflies and Dragonflies) is another group for which a few records are available.

In June 2001, however, a group of prominent entomologists visited the island for a couple of days and we await the outcome of their endeavours.

The links below contain all confirmed sightings plus a few old but reliable records.

 

butterflies                                     moths                             dragonflies       

 

 

 

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