American Silver-bordered Fritillary
Common NameAmerican Silver-bordered Fritillary
Scientific NameBoloria selene
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyHeliconiinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsorange, black
HabitatWet meadows, bogs, fens, marshes, and open woodlands
Geographic RangeNorthern North America, extending south into the northern United States, and also found across Eurasia.
Host Plantsviolets (Viola spp.)
Flight PeriodMay to October (multiple broods)
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on or near host plants. Larvae are dark with branched spines and feed on violets, overwintering as larvae or pupae.
Identification TipsKey features include the bright orange dorsal wings with extensive black markings. The ventral hindwing, which is not visible in this image, has a distinctive row of silver spots along the margin and a silver-white band.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with vibrant orange wings densely patterned with black spots, dashes, and intricate lines across both forewings and hindwings.
