Wednesday, 15 February 2012

Queen of Spain Fritillary

Scientific Name: 
Issoria lathonia
Wingspan (mm): 
Male: 34 - 52mm, Female: 50 - 56mm

Description

Instantly identified by the large and shiny silver spots on the underside

Distribution

Most of Europe with northern migration rare visitor to Britain

Habitat

Rough flowery places

Female Image