Red Admiral Butterfly - Vanessa atalanta
A large strong flying butterfly that can be 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. 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. The name Red Admiral is actually a corruption of the original 18th century name 'Red Admirable. For some cultures this butterfly signifies the spirit of souls, transformation and resurrection.
Red Admiral Butterfly - Vanessa atalanta
A large strong flying butterfly that can be 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. 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. The name Red Admiral is actually a corruption of the original 18th century name 'Red Admirable. For some cultures this butterfly signifies the spirit of souls, transformation and resurrection.