Wall Brown Collection

Butterflies, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Butterflies, 19th century. Top Left: Wall Butterfly, Underside. Top right: Hedge Brown. Top centre: Speckled Wood, Underside. Middle left: Speckled Wood. Middle right: Ringlet

Wall brown butterfly {Lasiommata megera} basking on lichen covered stone wall, The Rumps, Polzeath, Cornwall, UK. April

Wall brown butterfly (Lasiommata megera), Lorsch, Hessen, Germany. June. Meetyourneighbours.net project

Wall Brown -Lasiommata megera-, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Hornet mimic hoverfly -Volucella zonaria-, female, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Wall Brown -Lasiommata megera-, outer side of wings, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Firebug -Pyrrhocoris apterus- in the last larval stage, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Smooth snake -Coronella austriaca- sunbathing, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Common toad -Bufo bufo-, yearling at nocturnal foraging, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Wall brown butterfly C016 / 2173
Wall brown (Lasiommata megera) butterfly. This butterfly is widespread in the Palaearctic region. Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Wall Brown Butterfly - UK
DAC-1271 Wall Brown Butterfly UK Lasiommata megera David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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The wall brown butterfly, also known as Lasiommata megera, is a captivating species that has been observed since the 19th century. With its creator remaining unknown, this butterfly continues to mesmerize nature enthusiasts with its beauty and behavior. One remarkable sighting took place in Cornwall, UK, where a wall brown butterfly was spotted basking on a lichen-covered stone wall at The Rumps in April. Its delicate wings gracefully contrasted against the rugged backdrop of the ancient structure. In Germany's Hessen region during June, another encounter occurred with this enchanting creature. This time it was found in Lorsch and captured through Meetyourneighbours photography project. The image showcased the intricate details of the wall brown butterfly's wings while perched on foliage. Moving further into Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, various other fascinating sightings unfolded. Among them was an intriguing hornet mimic hoverfly called Volucella zonaria. This female hoverfly displayed astonishing resemblance to a hornet as it hovered around flowers. Another photograph revealed the outer side of the wall brown butterfly's wings in stunning detail against its natural habitat in Baden-Wurttemberg. The intricate patterns and earthy tones were truly awe-inspiring. While exploring this German region further, other captivating creatures came into focus such as the firebug in its last larval stage and smooth snakes sunbathing peacefully under warm rays of sunshine. These encounters highlighted not only the diversity but also the interconnectedness of wildlife within their ecosystems. Even amidst these diverse sightings, one cannot forget about other inhabitants like common toads foraging at nightfall or yearling individuals embarking on their nocturnal adventures across Baden-Wurttemberg's landscapes. From these glimpses into different locations such as Cornwall and Germany comes an appreciation for both local biodiversity and international connections within nature itself.