Invertebrates

Sable is home to at least six invertebrate species found only on the island; in particular, there are several species of butterflies and moths that may be sufficiently different from mainland populations that they could be classified as subspecies.

Noteworthy among the stray species which have been sighted on Sable are two tropical species of moth/butterfly, recorded for the first time in Nova Scotia.

More information

Wright, B. 1989. "The Fauna of Sable Island." Nova Scotia Museum Curatorial Report Number 68.