Large Wall Brown
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Common NameLarge Wall Brown
Scientific NameLasiommata maera
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilySatyrinae
Wingspan (mm)46
Primary Colorsbrown, black
HabitatOpen woodlands, forest edges, rocky areas, clearings, often near human habitation.
Geographic RangeWidespread across Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia.
Host PlantsPoa, Festuca, Dactylis, Brachypodium
Flight PeriodMay to September (often bivoltine)
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on grass blades. Larvae feed on various grasses and typically overwinter as caterpillars. Pupation occurs in a chrysalis suspended from a grass stem.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its dark brown wings with orange-brown markings and a series of prominent black eyespots, particularly on the hindwings. The underside often shows a marbled pattern.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with dark brown wings, often with orange-brown patches, featuring prominent black eyespots ringed with yellow on both forewings and hindwings.
