English name:
Lesser Marbled Fritillary
Full scientific name:
Brenthis ino (Rottemburg, 1775)
Croatian name:
Končarin šarenac
Flight Period and Life Cycle
1 brood per year. Overwinters as caterpillar.
Distribution in Croatia
It is rare in the north east and south of Croatia. Check the included map.
External Morphology Characteristics
The upper side of wings is orange in color with dark spots. The butterfly looks similar to Brenthis daphne and Brenthis hecate species. The identification can be made by examining the underside of the hindwings. Check here.
Behavior
Imago feeds with nectar of various flowers.
Caterpillar Host Plants
Family Rosaceae.
Habitat
Warm meadows with flowers and bushes. Elevations: 0-1000m.
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