Peacock
Latin name: Inachis io
The Peacock butterfly cannot be mistaken for any other, with spectacular eyes on the upperside of the hind wings.
Can be found almost anywhere across the Britain. It’s main food source is the common nettle.
Peacock butterflies hibernate in Britain over winter.
Created: 14 June 2018 Edited: 29 March 2024
Brett Gregory is an award-winning filmmaker based in Bolton whose production company, Serious Feather, is currently making a documentary about autism and poetry.
As a part of this production, Landscape Britain was asked to advise with regards to the location of specific areas of outstanding natural beauty throughout the region.
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