Compton Tortoiseshell, Nymphalis vau-album <LEP125>
The name “tortoishell” comes from the blending of orange, tawny and
black above. There is one white spot
on each wing, near the upper, outer edge.
The Compton lives in cooler woodlands, where it is camouflaged against
tree trunks. Predators are startled
when it flies because of its bright colors. |