Red Admiral Butterfly - Vanessa atalanta
A large strong flying butterfly that can found in all kind of habitats anywhere in Britain and Ireland. Although thought of as a British species some individuals will have come from the Mediterranean region. Before the 18th century this butterfly was previously known as the 'red admirable butterfly'. The best time to see this butterfly on the wing is from March to November. The lifespan of this butterfly has a winter generation of about 9 months and a summer generation of about 4 to 6 months which will often go on to hibernate.
Red Admiral Butterfly - Vanessa atalanta
A large strong flying butterfly that can found in all kind of habitats anywhere in Britain and Ireland. Although thought of as a British species some individuals will have come from the Mediterranean region. Before the 18th century this butterfly was previously known as the 'red admirable butterfly'. The best time to see this butterfly on the wing is from March to November. The lifespan of this butterfly has a winter generation of about 9 months and a summer generation of about 4 to 6 months which will often go on to hibernate.