Pearl-bordered Fritillary
Boloria euphrosyne
UK Red ListModerate📍 Grizedale Forest
Season
April to June. One generation. Early.
Best time of day
Sunny mornings. Violet habitat.
Overview
Pearl-bordered fritillaries need violets. April to June. Early. Grizedale. Foulshaw Moss. That pearl on the underside. Declining. Red list. Look for violets first.
At a Glance
| Order | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae |
| Habitat | Woodland clearing · Violet · Bracken |
| Conservation | UK Red List |
Where to See It
Woodland clearings, violet habitat. Grizedale, Foulshaw Moss, Borrowdale. That pearl. Declining. Violet leaves for caterpillars.
Identification
Orange. Pearl on underside. April to June. Early. Violet habitat.
Viewing & Photography Tips
April to June. Woodland clearings. Look for violets. That pearl. Declining.
Conservation Status
UK Red List
This species is of serious conservation concern in the UK. Its presence in the Lake District is important for local and national monitoring and habitat management.
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.