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Small Heath - Coenonympha pamphilus Area of prairies and forests near Zadar, Croatia. Coenonympha pamphilus,Croatia,Geotagged,Small Heath,Spring Click/tap to enlarge Country intro

Small Heath - Coenonympha pamphilus

Area of prairies and forests near Zadar, Croatia.

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The Small Heath "Coenonympha pamphilus" is a butterfly species belonging to the family Nymphalidae. It is widespread in Eurasia and northwestern Africa, preferring drier habitats than other "Coenonymphae". The larval host plants are grasses, notably Sheep's Fescue and rough meadow grass "Poa trivialis".

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Patomarazul
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Uploaded May 24, 2021. Captured Jun 1, 2016 13:35 in D306, 23000, Zadar, Croatia.
  • SP-100EE
  • f/6.1
  • 10/1600s
  • ISO125
  • 40.6mm