The California tortoiseshell (Nymphalis californica) is a butterfly of the family Nymphalidae.
Description
left|thumb|On [[Sorbus sitchensis. The underside of the wing resembles a dead leaf.]]
The wings of the California tortoiseshell have ragged edges. The upper sides of the wings are orange with black spots and a wide black margin. The undersides of the wings are a mottled dark brown. Its wingspan varies from 3.2 to 7 cm (– inches).
Caterpillars are black with white spots and hairs. Each segment of the body has seven spines.
References
External links
- Butterflies of Canada: Nymphalis californica (California Tortoiseshell)