Species composition of phyllophagous Lepidoptera (Insecta, Lepidoptera) in beech-hornbeam forests of the Krasnodar Territory, Russia
Submitted by Гость (not verified) on Sun, 03/08/2026 - 23:08The fauna of Lepidoptera in the Northwest Caucasus remains insufficiently studied, hindering comprehensive biodiversity assessment and the development of effective forest protection measures against phyllophagous insects. Research in key forest formations, such as beech-hornbeam stands, becomes particularly important amidst potential threats from invasive species. This study aimed to investigate the species composition of the most significant pest families within the order Lepidoptera in the beech-hornbeam forests of the Krasnodar Territory.