White Admiral Limenitis camilla

Upperside. Sexes appear similar.
Upperside. Sexes appear similar.
Underside
Underside
abberation <i>obliterae</i>
abberation obliterae
Taking minerals from a sweaty boot!
Taking minerals from a sweaty boot!
 
Information

Red List status: Vulnerable
NERC Act S41: Species of Principal Importance
Local status: Uncommon and very local.
Surviving in a small number of mature broad-leaved woods.
Size: Large
Larval foodplant: Honeysuckle
No. of broods: One
Flight time(s): Late June to early August
Average first date: 26th June
Average last date: 2nd August
Winter: Larva
Habits: A very graceful flier and glider. Most easily found visiting sunny bramble patches along the rides. Lays eggs on honeysuckle either at the side of the ride or, more usually, in a shady area under the trees.
Habitats: Broad-leaved woodland, along the rides and under the shady canopy.
Distribution: