Eurasian Silver-bordered Fritillary
Common NameEurasian Silver-bordered Fritillary
Scientific NameBoloria euphrosyne
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyHeliconiinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsorange, black
HabitatOpen woodlands, clearings, heathland, damp meadows, bogs
Geographic RangeEurope, temperate Asia
Host PlantsViola riviniana, Viola palustris, Viola canina
Flight PeriodMay to July
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on or near violet host plants. Larvae are dark and spiny, overwintering as small caterpillars before pupating in a chrysalis.
Identification TipsThe upperside is bright orange with extensive black markings. The underside hindwing, though not visible here, features a row of distinct silver spots and a prominent silver border, which helps distinguish it from similar fritillaries.
Description
A medium-sized fritillary with bright orange upperwings heavily marked with a distinct pattern of black spots and lines, giving a checkered appearance.
