Tortoiseshells
Scientific name: Aglais
Tortoiseshells
Scientific name: Aglais
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Description
The Aglais genus, part of the Nymphalidae family, showcases vibrant wing patterns that are more than just a visual delight. These patterns are actually crucial in predator evasion, employing a brilliant tactic known as aposematism to warn predators of their potential toxicity. While it might be common to assume all brightly colored insects are toxic, Aglais uses this strategy to blend the line between allure and warning, making them a fascinating study in survival and adaptation in the animal kingdom.
Species of Tortoiseshells
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Arthropods Class
Bugs Order
Moths and butterflies Family
Brush-footed butterflies Genus
Tortoiseshells 
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