




Brenthis ino
The Lesser Marbled Fritillary is a beautiful butterfly with orange and black patterns on its wings. It loves to flutter around flowers in sunny places, making nature colorful and fun!
Habitat: Grasslands
The Lesser Marbled Fritillary has bright orange-brown upper wings marked with distinct dark brown spots and wavy lines. Its hindwings on the underside feature a striking marbled pattern of pale yellow, white, and reddish-brown, making it visually unique among fritillaries.





Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Its caterpillars wear spiky coats, making them look like tiny, furry dragons!
The tiny eggs are laid one by one, often near the food plants its future babies will eat.
This butterfly's wings are like solar panels, soaking up sun to get energy for flying.
When it rests, its marbled underwings help it disappear against bark or dry leaves.
Lesser Marbled Fritillary can warm up quickly by basking because its dark wing patterns efficiently absorb sunlight, helping it fly.
Lesser Marbled Fritillary caterpillars can munch on tough violet leaves because their strong mandibles are adapted for chewing.
Lesser Marbled Fritillaries can locate nectar-rich flowers using their keen eyesight and sense of smell to fuel their flights.
Caterpillars munch on violet leaves, while adult butterflies sip sweet nectar from various flowers.
Age differences: Yes, larvae eat plant leaves, while adults feed on flower nectar.

Viola tricolor
Caterpillars feed on its leaves for growth.

Cirsium arvense
Adults feed on its nectar and help transfer pollen.
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Parus major
Birds like this may prey on adult butterflies.
Araneus diadematus
Spiders often catch butterflies in their webs.
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
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Danger
1/5 · Very low
Butterflies are gentle and safe to watch. Just enjoy looking at them without touching.
35-45 mm
18-22 mm
14-28 days
12 km/h
Caterpillars munch on violet leaves, while adult butterflies sip sweet nectar from various flowers.
Grasslands
Foraging
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