Weaver's Fritillary
Common NameWeaver's Fritillary
Scientific NameBoloria dia
FamilyNymphalidae
SubfamilyHeliconiinae
Wingspan (mm)33
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsorange, brown, cream, black
HabitatMeadows, clearings, forest edges, damp grasslands, often in hilly or mountainous areas.
Geographic RangeCentral and Southern Europe, extending eastwards into parts of Asia.
Host PlantsViola arvensis, Viola canina, Viola odorata
Flight PeriodApril to October (multiple broods)
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on the host plant. The larvae feed on violets and typically overwinter before pupating in spring. Multiple generations can occur in a year.
Identification TipsKey identification features include its relatively small size for a fritillary and the intricate, mosaic-like pattern on the underside of the hindwing, which distinguishes it from other *Boloria* species.
Description
A small fritillary butterfly with an orange upperside marked with black spots. The underside of the hindwing, visible in the image, features a distinctive mosaic pattern of reddish-brown, cream, and dark brown patches with a row of white spots.
