Argynnis Paphia Collection

Silver-washed fritillary butterflies, Argynnis paphia and Argynnis paphia valezina, and Niobe fritillary
FLO4670951 Silver-washed fritillary butterflies, Argynnis paphia and Argynnis paphia valezina, and Niobe fritillary, Argynnis niobe

Plate 10: Three Butterflies on a Four O Clock Flower, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Plate 10: Three Butterflies on a Four O Clock Flower, c. 1575/1580

Male and female Silver-Washed Fritillary (Argynnis Paphia) fluttering and gliding through the air
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Four male Silver-washed fritillary butterflly (Argynnis paphia) aggregating on wildflower, Finland. July

Female Silver-washed fritillary butterfly (Argynnis paphia) nectaring on Wild angelica (Angelica sylvestris), Finland. July

Silver-washed fritillary butterfly (Argynnis paphia) nectaring, two males in flight. Jyvaskyla, Finland. July

Fritillary butterflies, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Fritillary butterflies, 19th century. Top left: Small Pearl Bordered Fritillary. Top right: Dark Green Fritillary. Middle left: Dark Green Fritillary, Underside

Silver washed fritillary butterfly (Argynnis paphia) female in flight with thistles, Uusimaa, Finland, August

Silver-washed fritillary -Argynnis paphia f valesina-, female, green-gray form, Thuringia, Germany

Silver-washed Fritillary -Argynnis paphia-, Altenseelbach, Neunkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Silver-washed Fritillary -Argynnis paphia- perched on a Chervil plant -Anthriscus-, Kanton Zug, Switzerland

Silver-washed fritillary butterfly C014 / 2328
Silver-washed fritillary (Argynnis paphia). This is the largest fritillary butterfly. Its wingspan measures up to 70 millimetres wide. This butterfly feeds on thistles and brambles

Argynnis paphia butterfly C016 / 2084
Argynnis paphia butterfly. This butterfly is found over much Europe, temperate Asia and Japan, and Algeria. Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Argynnis paphia, silver-washed fritillary
Plate 31. A Watercolour by Frederick William Frohawk (1861-1946) depicting a caterpillar, chyrsalis and adult silver-washed fritillary butterfly

Argynnis paphia var. valezina, female silver washed fritilla
Plate 12, figure 22 from Natural History of British Butterflies Vol.1, c. 1914 by Frederick William Frohawk (1861-1946). Held in the Entomology Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Female Silver-washed Fritillary Butterfly
Female Silver-washed Fritillary (Argynnis paphia) feeding on the nectar from Bramble flowers. This female is showing the unusual valezina colour form

Male Silver-washed Fritillary Butterfly
Male Silver-washed Fritillary (Argynnis paphia) feeding on the nectar from Bramble flowers. It is the largest UK Fritillary and is found in broadleaved woodlands in southern England, Wales and Ireland

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The majestic Argynnis Paphia, also known as the Silver-Washed Fritillary, gracefully flutters and glides through the air. Both male and female specimens of this enchanting butterfly can be seen in their natural habitat, captivating observers with their vibrant colors. In Finland during July, four male Silver-Washed Fritillaries gather on a bed of wildflowers, creating a mesmerizing sight. Their delicate wings delicately brush against each other as they enjoy the nectar from these beautiful blooms. Meanwhile, a female Silver-Washed Fritillary indulges in the sweet nectar of Wild Angelica in Finland. Her elegant presence adds to the beauty of this summer landscape. Observing closely, we witness two males of this species in flight while savoring nectar from another source. Their swift movements and graceful maneuvers are truly awe-inspiring. Even centuries ago, artists were captivated by these fritillary butterflies' charm. A 19th-century artwork depicts their exquisite beauty for generations to appreciate. Moving across borders to Thuringia, Germany, we encounter a female Silver-Washed Fritillary amidst thistles. Her flight is accompanied by bursts of color against the greenery surrounding her—a true spectacle for nature enthusiasts. Another variant found in Thuringia showcases a unique green-gray form among females—the Argynnis Paphia f valesina—adding diversity to this already stunning species. Venturing further into North Rhine-Westphalia's Neunkirchen region in Germany brings us face-to-face with yet another breathtaking specimen perched on an Anthriscus plant—a visual treat for those lucky enough to witness it firsthand. Switzerland's Kanton Zug provides not one but two opportunities to see these magnificent creatures resting on Chervil plants—an idyllic scene that perfectly captures their elegance and gracefulness. Finally, an extraordinary close-up shot reveals intricate details of one particular Silver-Washed Fritillary, showcasing its unique patterns and colors.