Silver-washed Fritillary
Argynnis paphia
Adults inhabit broadleaved woodland rides, glades, and nearby flower-rich clearings across much of Europe. They fly swiftly through sunlit gaps, visiting bramble, thistle, and other flowers for nectar. Males often patrol woodland paths in search of females, while females place eggs near violet food plants. The underside of the male's hindwings bears distinctive silvery streaks, giving the species its name.
- Type
- Wing
- Conservation status
- NE
Growth chain
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- Silver-washed Fritillary