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Zerene Fritillary

Argynnis zerene

The Zerene Fritillary is a beautiful butterfly with bright orange wings and black spots. It flutters around flowers and loves to soak up the sun on warm days.

Habitat: Meadows and open woods

Appearance

The Zerene Fritillary has vibrant tawny-orange uppersides marked with intricate black lines, spots, and streaks. Its hindwing undersides often feature striking silvered spots against an olive or brown background, helping it stand out from plainer butterflies.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderLepidopteraFamilyNymphalidaeGenusSpeyeria
Zerene Fritillary
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Zerene Fritillary

Category

Insects

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Butterflies taste with their feet! Zerene Fritillaries use leg sensors to find the tastiest flowers.

Some Zerene Fritillaries have brilliant silver spots on their hindwing undersides, making them sparkle!

The word 'fritillary' comes from Latin for 'dice-box,' referring to their checkered wing patterns!

Zerene Fritillary caterpillars eat only violet leaves, but adults sip nectar from many flowers.

Special abilities

Ability

Nectar Siphoner

Zerene Fritillary has a long, straw-like proboscis that helps them sip sweet nectar from various flowers with ease.

Ability

Violet Specialist

Zerene Fritillary caterpillars can only eat specific violet leaves, which helps them grow strong and healthy.

Ability

Swift Dodger

Zerene Fritillary can fly quickly and erratically, which helps them rapidly escape from hungry birds and other predators.

Measurements & details

Wingspan
50-70 mm
Size
20-30 mm
Lifespan
180-300 days
Flight Speed
10-30 km/h
Leg Count
6

Diet & Feeding

Adult Zerene Fritillaries drink sweet flower nectar; caterpillars munch on violet leaves.

Age differences: Larvae (caterpillars) feed exclusively on violet leaves; adults consume only flower nectar.

Primary Foods

  • Nectar from thistles
  • Nectar from asters
  • Nectar from yarrow
  • Leaves of *Viola adunca*
  • Leaves of other *Viola* species

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Butterflies are gentle and safe to watch, but don't try to catch them.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zerene Fritillary's wingspan?

50-70 mm

How big is Zerene Fritillary?

20-30 mm

How long does Zerene Fritillary live?

180-300 days

How fast can Zerene Fritillary fly?

10-30 km/h

What does Zerene Fritillary eat?

Adult Zerene Fritillaries drink sweet flower nectar; caterpillars munch on violet leaves.

Where is Zerene Fritillary usually found?

Meadows and open woods

How does Zerene Fritillary hunt?

Foraging

How many legs does Zerene Fritillary have?

6

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