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Photo: G. Bradley
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UK
Safari Tip:
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Latin name: Coenonympha pamphilus
Size: Wingspan approximately 30mms.
Distribution: Found throughout the UK.
Months seen: May to October.
Habitat: Woodland edges, meadows, heathland, roadside verges and gardens.
Food: Nectar.
Special features: Looks like a miniature meadow brown. The colouring of the eye spots on the wings can be very variable.
The females lay their eggs singly on blades of grass. The green caterpillars are about 10mms long and feed at night to avoid predators.
UK Safari Butterfly Section
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