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Behaviour
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Carcharodus alceae flies rapidly low over the ground. It is characterised by some signs of territorial behaviour, frequently patrolling the same corner of a field or stretch of woodland path and disappearing for a few moments when disturbed by other passing butterflies or skippers.
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Brief Summary
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Carcharodus alceae has a wide range across the southern Palaearctic region, and widespread in Egypt. The larvae feed on mallows of various species (Malvaceae).
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Description
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Size: 26-34 mm. Distinguished from Carcharodus stauderi by less varied patterning and less developed white markings of the upperside of the hindwing.
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Distribution in Egypt
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Two distinct populations: Levantine populations reaching northern Sinai; and isolated population in South Sinai mountains. AOO = 56 km2. EOO = 56,000 km2. 4 locations
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Global Distribution
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Narrow (Spain to Afghanistan, and a subspecifically distinct isolated population in Yemen)
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Habitat
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Cultivated farm or garden areas.
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IUCN
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Least Concern (but attention should be paid to the South Sinai population in case it is distinct)
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Life Cycle
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Several generations per year.
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Records
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20 known records. Latest is 1978 (South Sinai)
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Status in Egypt
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Trophic Strategy
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Host-plants: Malvaceous wild and cultivated plants such as Malva, Althaea and Alcea.
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