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Southern gatekeeper - Pyronia cecilia
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Family: Satyridae Flight Time: June - August Size: 30-32mm Altitude: 0-1200m |
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Superficially similar to the other gatekeepers
or Pyronia species. The mottled underwing is the best way to separate
them.
Quite common in places, but as the name suggests, generally a southern European species. |
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| Similar Species | Foodplants | Habitat | Distribution |
| Deschampisia | Dry, hot, grassy places. |
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| Early Stages
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