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Tessin, Switzerland, August 2013
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Grisons, Switzerland, July 2019
Field notes and information
An extremely local species found only in southeast Switzerland and a small part of north Italy and west Austria.
Identification & Similar species: Very distinctive yellow band on the underside hindwing. This is visible in flight to the keen eye from quite a distance - which can save a tough walk up very steep slopes.
Distribution & Flight: July. Flight time appears to be variable.
Habitat & Behaviour: It flies quite high (>2000m) and prefers warmer south facing grassy slopes.
Variation: The form from the northern part of its range, thiemei, has a slightly narrower yellow band.
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Tessin, Switzerland, August 2013
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Ticino, Switzerland, July 2020
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Grisons, Switzerland, July 2019
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Grisons, Switzerland, July 2019
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Tessin, Switzerland, August 2013
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Grisons, Switzerland, July 2019
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Grisons, Switzerland, July 2019
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Grisons, Switzerland, July 2019