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Beringian Frittilary (Boloria natazhati) |
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Beringian Frittilary (Boloria natazhati [Gibson]) Wing span: 1 3/8 - 1 3/4 inches (3.5 - 4.4 cm). Identification: Forewing apex pointed. Underside of wings have a greasy appearance with a bluish sheen. Pattern similar to freija, but most populations have wings blackish with long hairs basally. Underside with ocher background with a dull pattern but including a median dark zigzag line on hindwing. Life history: Not reported. Flight: One flight from Mid June to July. Caterpillar hosts: Not reported. Habitat: Rocky ridges, scree slopes and stony beaches. Range: Victoria Island, Northwest Territories, and west through southern Yukon, northern British Columbia, and southeastern Alaksa. |
