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Pearly Heath

Pearly Heath

Coenonympha arcania

A small butterfly species endemic to European temperate regions, characterized by subtle brown and cream wing coloration with delicate eyespots.

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Pearly Heath
Pearly Heath
Pearly Heath
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Prefers open woodland margins, grasslands, and meadows across central and southern Europe, typically at elevations between 100-1,500 meters above sea level.

Ecological Role

Important pollinator and prey species in temperate grassland ecosystems, serving as food for birds and contributing to local biodiversity.

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Scaled wing surface with complex microstructures providing thermal regulation and camouflage
  • LIMBS WINGS Thin, translucent wings with brown and cream camouflage patterns, hindwings with distinctive eyespots
  • HEAD SENSORY Compound eyes, short antennae with sensory receptors for detecting environmental cues
  • BODY STRUCTURE Small butterfly with wingspan of 30-35 mm, compact body with delicate wing structure
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wiki
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Related Species in Nymphalidae