Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus) (8094892122)

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Description: Widespread on damp grassland throughout Britain the ringlet is a dark brown butterfly with distinctive eyespots on the underwing. When newly emerged, the ringlet has a black velvety appearance with a white fringe. Bramble and Wild Privet are favourite nectar sources. Adults fly with a characteristic bobbing flight in dull, cloudy conditions when most other butterflies are inactive. This widespread butterfly has extended it range in England and Scotland in recent years. Date: 24 July 2012, 15:57. Source: Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus). Author: Peter Broster. Camera location52° 54′ 46.21″ N, 4° 08′ 36.82″ W View all coordinates using: OpenStreetMap 52.912835; -4.143562.