Family: Nymphalidae 1593     *     Small Tortoiseshell     *     Aglais urticae Widespread, common Wingspan: 50-55mm Flight time: April-September, two broods Habitat: Hedgerows, gardens, woodlands Larval food plant: Nettles

Small Tortoiseshell, Aglais urticae
Adults: Ballingeary, Co. Cork. August 2010. Caterpillars: May 2011