However, Edward J. Miers recognized that the two were distinct species and described the New Zealand species as Gebia danai, honoring Dana in the specific epithet. It is now known that both species occur in New Zealand.
However, Edward J. Miers distinguished the two as separate entities and named the New Zealand species Gebia danai, honoring Dana in the specific epithet. It is now recognized that both species coexist in New Zealand.