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Valais, Switzerland, May 2021
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Valais, Switzerland, April 2012
Field notes and information
Identification & Similar species: Usually has very small spots on the upperside forewing and very weak markings on the hindwing. The underside hindwing is quite distinctive, being a dark green with rounded spots, particularly in the basal area.
Distribution & Flight: Parts of Spain and Italy. France and eastwards to Poland and Greece. Flies in a single brood from May to July.
Habitat & Behaviour: Flowery grassy places from low to alpine levels.
Variation: The form major flies in the Pelopennesos. It is larger and has more extensive white markings.
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Valais, Switzerland, April 2012
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Valais, Switzerland, June 2011
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Valais, Switzerland, May 2021
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Valais, Switzerland, July 2016
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S Greece, June 2013
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Vaud, Switzerland, June 2020
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S Greece, July 2018
Form major.
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Valais, Switzerland, June 2017
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Valais, Switzerland, July 2016
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Jura, France, June 2014
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Valais, Switzerland, June 2013
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Valais, Switzerland, May 2015
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Valais, Switzerland, May 2014
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Valais, Switzerland, June 2013
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S Greece, June 2013