Triglav, Slovenia, July 2014
Traglav, Slovenia, July 2014
Field notes and information
A large species, that may be widespread but is usually found in low numbers.
Identification & Similar species: It has a distinctive underside which sub marginal lobes of the ground colour giving the pale post discal band a wavy form. The underside forewing is a dull red with a clear demarcation with the orange post discal band. There are vestigial black spots on the underside hindwing of the female.
Distribution & Flight: Higher mountain ranges: Pyrenees, Alps, Tatras, Carpathians and Balkans (not Greece). Late June to September.
Habitat & Behaviour: Alpine meadows in clearings or wide open slopes well above the treeline. Usually associated with streams or damp places.
Variation: In Switzerland the form vergy has greatly reduced red markings.
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