Bog Fritillary
Common NameBog Fritillary
Scientific NameBoloria eunomia
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyHeliconiinae
Wingspan (mm)38
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsorange, white, black
HabitatBogs, fens, wet meadows, tundra
Geographic RangeNorthern North America, Northern Europe, Northern Asia
Host PlantsBistort (Polygonum bistorta), Vaccinium species
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants. Larvae feed on leaves and typically overwinter before pupating in the spring, resulting in one generation per year.
Identification TipsLook for its characteristic orange and white checkered pattern, especially the distinct white spots on the underside of the hindwings. Its preference for boggy, wet habitats is also a strong clue.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with a distinctive orange and white checkered pattern on its wings, outlined by fine black lines. The underside of the hindwings often features a row of prominent white spots.
