
Tortoiseshells
Scientific name: Nymphalis
Tortoiseshells
Scientific name: Nymphalis

Description

The Nymphalis genus encompasses a group of well-admired butterflies, notable for their vibrant wings that serve more than mere aesthetic function. These colors are not just a display of beauty but also a mechanism for temperature regulation and predator deterrence. A fascinating trait of the Nymphalis is their ability to hibernate as adults, a rare ability in butterflies. This aids them in surviving harsh climates, allowing a reemergence in spring to continue their life cycle.

Species of Tortoiseshells


Scientific Classification

Phylum
Arthropods Class
Bugs Order
Moths and butterflies Family
Brush-footed butterflies Genus
Tortoiseshells