Aporia crataegi – Pihlajaperhonen – groot geaderd witje

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The wings of the female can be almost transparent.

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Some years, A. crataegi can be very abundant along Liesjärventie. Here feeding on Huopaohdake (C. helenioides)

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Often tens of butterflies can be found resting on the road surface where they are easily killed by car traffic.

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A mating male and female.

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European Rowan (Sorbus aucuparia; Pihlaja) is a host for A. crataegi.