Large tortoiseshell — size comparison

The large tortoiseshell uses deciduous and mixed forests, clearings, orchards and parks. Adults take nectar, honeydew and tree sap. Caterpillars feed on tree le

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Wingspan

między końcami rozłożonych skrzydeł · bez ogonkówScale for the stated dimensions · each animal is labelled

Large tortoiseshell

Nymphalis polychloros

61 mmAdult individual
wingspan

między końcami rozłożonych skrzydeł · bez ogonkówMeasurement: side · approximate projection

The stated dimensions share a scale without a common ground line. Bank card · long edge 8.56 cm
Measurement comparisonScale in cm
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Large tortoiseshellWingspan61 mm
Bank cardLong edge of the card8.56 cm

The scale compares the named dimensions. View direction and measurement points are given for each animal.

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Bank card · long edge 8.56 cm
Large tortoiseshell — size comparison — facts and sources

The large tortoiseshell uses deciduous and mixed forests, clearings, orchards and parks. Adults take nectar, honeydew and tree sap.

Caterpillars feed on tree leaves. Adults are visible from spring to autumn and overwinter in this stage.

Measurement sources