Brushfoots: Milbert's Tortoiseshell Aglais milberti
| Size: | Wingspan ranges from 1.63" - 2.5" |
| Habitat: | Moist meadows, pastures near woods |
| Occurrence Level: | Rare stray |
| Flight Period: | May to October (especially Early July) |
| Larval Host Plant: | Nettles |
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Sullivan County, PA. July 24, 2016
The upperside is black with a wide orange submarginal band. Also notice the black marginal border. The hindwing border is marked with beautiful blue spots.
Sullivan County, PA. July 24, 2016
The underside is dark brown with a lighter submarginal band. This is the same butterfly as above.
Washington County, PA. August 7, 2015
The upperside forewing has cat eyes looking right at you.
Washington County, PA. August 8, 2015
Washington County, PA. August 8, 2015
This Milbert's Tortoiseshell was a bit worn.
Washington County, PA. August 8, 2015