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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
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.
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Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
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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.
Zerene Fritillary has a long, straw-like proboscis that helps them sip sweet nectar from various flowers with ease.
Zerene Fritillary caterpillars can only eat specific violet leaves, which helps them grow strong and healthy.
Zerene Fritillary can fly quickly and erratically, which helps them rapidly escape from hungry birds and other predators.
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.
Viola adunca
Caterpillars exclusively feed on its leaves for growth.

Cyanocitta stelleri
Adult butterflies are a food source for these birds.

Cirsium arvense
As adults drink nectar, they help spread its pollen.

Argiope aurantia
Butterflies can become prey if caught in its web.
Marked with spots or patches of a different color.
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
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.
This trait identifies organisms that exhibit exceptional swiftness in movement for hunting, escape, or travel.
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, but don't try to catch them.
50-70 mm
20-30 mm
180-300 days
10-30 km/h
Adult Zerene Fritillaries drink sweet flower nectar; caterpillars munch on violet leaves.
Meadows and open woods
Foraging
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