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Record-setting migration of rare butterfly spans 3,000km from Japan to Hong Kong

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Record-setting migration of rare butterfly spans 3,000km from Japan to Hong Kong

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  • Researchers in Hong Kong have observed a **rare chestnut tiger butterfly** migrating **3,000km from Japan**, setting a record for the species.
  • The butterfly, identified as **Parantica sita**, was found tagged in Repulse Bay, indicating it was released in Fukushima four months prior.
  • This butterfly was tracked as it traveled **over 124 days**, demonstrating remarkable endurance in its migratory journey.
  • This flight surpasses the previous record of **2,423km**, and marks only the third observed migration from Japan to Hong Kong.
  • Researchers call for the public to report sightings of tagged butterflies to support further studies on their migratory patterns.

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