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Rauparaha’s copper

Rauparaha’s copper (Lycaena rauparaha) butterfly.

The Rauparaha’s copper (Lycaena rauparaha) is said to be named after the famous warrior as its more heavily populated habitats are found along the coastal strip from Taranaki to Wellington where Te Rauparaha was most active.

Rights: Jérôme Albre
Published: 16 May 2010,Updated: 16 May 2010Size: 1.49 MB