Nymphalidae: Heliconiinae

59.017 (BF1608) Silver-washed Fritillary Argynnis paphia, (Linnaeus, 1758)

KR07202

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General InformationOverwinters as Overwinters as a larva.

Wingspan: M: 69-76mm, F: 73-80mm
Foodplant(s): Common Dog-violet (Viola riviniana)
Flying: One generation, mid June-late August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Broadleaved woodland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species
Queen of Spain Fritillary Issoria lathonia

Local
Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Spiny
Colours:
Pink, orange, black
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5