LepTraits Version 1.0

Here, we present the largest, global dataset of Lepidopteran traits, focusing initially on butterflies (ca. 12,500 species records). These traits are derived from field guides, taxonomic treatments, and other literature resources. We present traits on wing size, phenology, voltinism, diapause/overwintering stage, hostplant associations, and habitat affinities (canopy, edge, moisture, and disturbance). This dataset will facilitate comparative research on butterfly ecology and evolution and our goal is to inspire future research collaboration and the continued development of this dataset.

本研究发布目前规模最大的全球鳞翅目（Lepidopteran）生物学性状数据集，初期重点聚焦蝴蝶类群，涵盖约12500条物种记录。该数据集的性状数据来源于野外图鉴、分类学研究资料及其他公开文献资源。本次发布的性状涵盖翅大小、物候特征、化性（voltinism）、滞育/越冬阶段、寄主植物关联信息以及生境偏好（冠层、生境边缘、湿度与干扰程度）。本数据集将助力蝴蝶生态学与进化生物学的比较研究，我们的目标是推动未来相关研究合作，并持续推进该数据集的迭代完善与发展。