description Bog Fritillary Overview
The bog fritillary, Boloria eunomia, is a small butterfly in the family Nymphalidae with a broad distribution across northern Eurasia and parts of North America. It is associated with wet meadows, peat bogs, marshes, and other cool, damp habitats where its larval food plants grow. Its orange upper wings carry dark markings, while the patterned undersides help distinguish it from related fritillaries. Drainage and drying of wetlands can isolate or eliminate local populations.
help Bog Fritillary FAQ
Where does the bog fritillary, Boloria eunomia, usually live?
It is associated with wet meadows, peat bogs, marshes, and other cool, damp habitats. These places support the larval food plants its caterpillars need.
Is the bog fritillary found outside Europe?
Yes. Its broad range includes northern Eurasia and parts of North America, as well as suitable wet habitats elsewhere in its northern distribution.
What family does the bog fritillary belong to?
The bog fritillary is a member of the Nymphalidae, the brush-footed butterfly family. Its scientific name is Boloria eunomia.
Why is the bog fritillary linked to peat bogs?
Peat bogs provide the cool, wet conditions favored by the species and can support its larval food plants. Drainage or conversion of these habitats can therefore reduce suitable breeding areas.
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