Brushfoots: Red-spotted Purple Limenitis arthemis
| Size: | Wingspan ranges from 2.25" - 4" |
| Habitat: | Open woods, meadows, fields |
| Occurrence Level: | Common |
| Flight Period: | June, late August to September |
| Larval Host Plant: | Wild cherry, poplar, willow, oak |
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Howard County, MD. July 19, 2012
Ventral view with submarginal band of red-orange spots in both the hindwing and forewing.
Howard County, MD. June 30, 2012
A fresh Red-spotted Purple showing off its magnificent iridescent blue markings.
Baltimore County, MD. August 18, 2012
They have beautiful eye color.
Howard County, MD. August 5, 2012
Yes, the Red-spotted Purple likes tomatoes.
Allegany County, MD. August 29, 2012
It's not uncommon to see large numbers of Red-spotted Purples puddling. Many butterflies sip from wet soil and mud puddles to gain important nutrients and minerals.