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Peacock butterfly

Inachis io

Photo by RachelHibberd
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Field Notes

Description:

Found across the UK, this butterfly has a 50-55 mm wingspan. Easily recognised by it's distinctive eye spots.

Habitat:

Found all across the UK

Notes:

Not the best shots - it was very flighty, but you can recognise it easily.

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Inachis io

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