Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus)

Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus)

The Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus) is a rather widespread and common species in central Europe. It is found in mature deciduous woodlands as far south as northern Spain and northern Greece. It prefers sunny spots in woodland that are otherwise dark or with only dappled sunlight. It loves bramble blossom and can often be found in […]

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Wall Brown (Lasiommata megera)

Wall Brown (Lasiommata megera)

The Wall (Lasiommata megera), also called Wall Brown is a butterfly in the family Nymphalidae. Its larvae feed on grasses, including Yorkshire Fog, False Brome, Black Bent, Common Bent, Wavy Hair-grass, Cock’s-foot, Brachypodium pinnatum and Annual Meadow-grass. It is widespread in Europe but absent from northern UK and northern Scandinavia.  

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Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae)

Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae)

The Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae) is a well-known colourful butterfly, found in temperate Europe. This is a species often found in gardens. The caterpillars feed on nettles, as do those of several Nymphalidae butterflies. When threatened, resting individuals rapidly open their wings, presenting the dramatic display of colors. The butterfly is abundant in most areas […]

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Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta)

Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta)

The Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) is a well-known colourful butterfly, found in temperate Europe, Asia and North America. The Red Admiral has a two-inch (45 – 50 mm) wing span. The species is resident only in warmer areas, but migrates north in spring, and sometimes again in autumn. The caterpillar feeds on nettles, and the […]

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Meadow Brown (Maniola jurtina)

The Meadow Brown (Maniola jurtina) is a butterfly found in European meadows, where its larvae feed on grasses, such as Sheep’s Fescue. Males are less colorful, with smaller eyespots and much reduced orange areas on the upper forewings. They are also much more active and range far about, while females fly less and often may […]

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