Peacock butterfly (Inachis io)
Introduction
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Peacock butterfly (Inachis io)
Image: © Lynne Kirton Taken: 23 Jul 2006
A spectacular resident butterfly, common throughout the British Isles except for northern Scotland. They hibernate over the winter and lay their eggs on stinging nettles. The underwings are in complete contrast to the upperwings, being very dark, almost black, and beautifully camouflaged to resemble tree bark.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.988072
Longitude
-1.219387