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Fritillary
46.6627, 9.8814
Field Notes
Description:
This fritillary spotted at high altitude looks likely to belong to the genus Melicta or Melitaea, but I am having trouble narrowing it further down. Fritillaries are difficult customers as their banding can be highly variable and similar species can hybribize. Further help appreciated.
Habitat:
Alpine meadow, 2500 m above sea level.
Notes:
The second shot shows the underwings.
I find the following site of great help:
www.eurobutterflies.com
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PublishedJuly 13, 2011
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