Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary
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Boloria selene
Common in Southern England & Wales.
The Caterpillars are similar to that of Pearl-bordered Fritillares.
The Larvae feeds on Violets.
Forewing above and beneath very similar to tliat of the preceding [selenis].
Hindwing beneath with the median band distinct but not broad, the costal spot of the band, the large tooth above the apex of the cell and the one below the cell-end being vividly silvery like the marginal lunules; the broad interspace between the median band.
Flight period is May & June.