Fritillary
by Kathleen Bishop
Title
Fritillary
Artist
Kathleen Bishop
Medium
Photograph - Nature Photography
Description
Fine art photograph of a Great Spangled Fritillary (Speyeria cybele) with summer-blooming Shasta Daisies. This wildlife photograph of a brilliant orange fritillary butterfly was captured in a greenbelt along a mountain stream near Kooskia, Idaho.
Adult fritillaries lay their eggs near patches of violets in summer. In spring, their caterpillars feed exclusively on violet leaves. Without violets, we wouldn't be able to enjoy the beauty of this lovely insect.
ŠKathleen Bishop. All Rights Reserved. kathleen-bishop.pixels.com.
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July 5th, 2013
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