Aglais urticae
Also known as Small Tortoiseshell, Small tortoiseshell
species of insect
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Aglais urticae is a small butterfly found across Europe and temperate Asia, recognizable by its distinctive reddish-brown wings with dark eyespots. It's a common and adaptable species that serves as an indicator of ecosystem health and is studied by scientists to understand how insects respond to environmental changes.
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The small tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae) is a colourful Eurasian butterfly in the family Nymphalidae. Adults feed on nectar and may hibernate over winter; in warmer climates they may have two broods in a season. While the dorsal surface of the wings is vividly marked, the ventral surface is drab, providing camouflage. Eggs are laid on the common nettle, on which the larvae feed.
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