Appearance
The upperside of the wings is pale orange with strong blackish brown markings, the underside has silvery spots, common to many fritillaries.Naming
*"Issoria hanningtoni hanningtoni"⤷ "Issoria hanningtoni imatonga"
⤷ "Issoria hanningtoni jeanneli" Bernardi, 1968
Behavior
Hannington's fritillary has a low down, fast and direct flight. It prefers open forest glades, where it is often not uncommon. The silver spots on the underside of the wings may be perceived by preditors as dew-drops on grass, mimicking the butterfly's favorite overnight resting place.Habitat
The caterpillars feed on "Viola abyssinica".Hannington's fritillary can be found in montane forest above about 1,700 m.References:
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