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Argynnis paphia (Linnaeus, 1758)

A local and rather rare species, observed however in all Belgian provinces.

The larva lives on Viola spp.

The adults fly from June till the beginning of September.


Belgium, Luxembourg, Sohier, 09 July 2005.
(Photo © Gaston Salaets)

 
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