Meadow Brown Butterfly
Maniola jurtina
The adult butterfly flies through grasslands, hedgerows, woodland rides, and sunny field margins, often visiting flowers such as bramble, thistle, and knapweed for nectar. Males patrol in search of mates, while females spend more time moving through grasses to lay eggs. Its conspicuous eyespots can deflect or startle predators, and this species is one of the most widespread brown butterflies across much of Europe.
- Type
- Wing
- Conservation status
- NE
Growth chain
- Meadow Brown Caterpillar
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- Meadow Brown Butterfly