Meadow brown — size comparison

The meadow brown inhabits meadows, grassy roadsides and less frequently mown parks. It flies even under cloud when many butterflies remain concealed. Adults see

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Wingspan

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

Meadow brown

Maniola jurtina

50 mmAdult female
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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Meadow brownWingspan50 mm
Bank cardLong edge of the card8.56 cm

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Bank card · long edge 8.56 cm
Meadow brown — size comparison — facts and sources

The meadow brown inhabits meadows, grassy roadsides and less frequently mown parks. It flies even under cloud when many butterflies remain concealed. Adults seek flower nectar.

Males patrol for females, while females remain lower in vegetation more often. Caterpillars eat grasses including fescues and bent grasses.

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