Melitaea aurelia

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Melitaea aurelia
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M. aurelia
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Melitaea aurelia
Nickerl, 1850

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The Nickerl's fritillary (Melitaea aurelia) is a butterfly of the Nymphalidae family. It is found in Central Europe.

Description

The wingspan is 28–32 mm. The butterfly flies from June to August depending on the location.

Biology

The larvae feed on Plantago lanceolata, Melampyrum pratense and yellow rattle.

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Melitaea aurelia

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