Meadow Brown
Maniola jurtina
UK Green ListEasy to see📍 Lake District
Season
June to September. One generation.
Best time of day
Sunny days. Grassland.
Overview
Meadow browns are our commonest butterfly. That brown. Orange patch. Grassland. Throughout the Lakes. June to September. Common. Don't ignore them.
At a Glance
| Order | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae |
| Habitat | Grassland · Roadside · Moorland edge |
| Conservation | UK Green List |
Where to See It
Grassland everywhere. Throughout the Lakes. That brown. Orange patch. Common. Our commonest butterfly.
Identification
Brown. Orange patch. Common. Our commonest. Grassland.
Viewing & Photography Tips
Grassland. That brown. Common. Our commonest.
Conservation Status
UK Green List
This species has a favourable conservation status in the UK and remains an important part of Lake District biodiversity.
Plan your visit to the Lake District
RSPB Haweswater, Grizedale Forest, Leighton Moss. Practical guides to getting there, what to bring, and the best spots for each season.