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Lepidoptera Life Cycles

The Enigmatic Beauty of the Diana Fritillary: A Jewel of Eastern Woodlands

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The Diana Fritillary, scientific name Speyeria diana, stands out as one of North America’s most striking and sought-after butterflies. Renowned for its dramatic sexual dimorphism, distinct habitat preferences, and fascinating life cycle, this “brush-footed butterfly” (Family Nymphalidae) is a true gem of the eastern and southern United States, captivating observers with its unique appearance and elusive nature.

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Papilionidae, Pipevine swallowtails, Raising butterflies, Swallowtail Butterflies

SPECIES SPOTLIGHT: Battus philenor, the Pipevine Swallowtail

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Welcome to part one of a series I am doing called Species Spotlight. Each entry will showcase one particular species of invertebrate, whether it’s a butterfly, a moth, an arachnid or a millipede. Wherever possible I will use my own photographs and each entry will feature general information of the species as well as any additional notes that I can add, based on working with said species. The topic of this entry is the Pipevine Swallowtail, Battus philenor. 

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