Species of the Week: The Red Admiral

Photo by Alex Skevington


Scientific name: Vanessa atlanta

The Red Admiral is one of many beautiful butterfly species that can be found in Murphys Point. This medium-sized butterfly is recognized most easily by the red – orange bands across its wings. As it is a migratory species, the Red Admiral arrives in the park around May to enjoy the warm Ontario summer!

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