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Marsh Fritillary

Euphydryas aurinia

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Nymphalidae ›Genus: Euphydryas

About

The marsh fritillary (Euphydryas aurinia) is a butterfly of the family Nymphalidae. Commonly distributed in the Palearctic region, the marsh fritillary's common name derives from one of its several habitats, marshland. The prolonged larval stage lasts for approximately seven to eight months and includes a period of hibernation over the winter. The larvae are dependent on the host food plant Succisa pratensis not only for feeding but also for hibernation, because silken webs are formed on...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Marsh Fritillary?
The scientific name of Marsh Fritillary is Euphydryas aurinia.
What kingdom does Marsh Fritillary belong to?
Marsh Fritillary belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Marsh Fritillary belong to?
Marsh Fritillary belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Marsh Fritillary belong to?
Marsh Fritillary belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Marsh Fritillary belong to?
Marsh Fritillary belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Marsh Fritillary belong to?
Marsh Fritillary belongs to the family Nymphalidae.
What genus does Marsh Fritillary belong to?
Marsh Fritillary belongs to the genus Euphydryas.