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Jutta arctic

Jutta arctic

Oeneis jutta

A species of Arctics, Also known as Baltic grayling

Oeneis jutta, the Jutta Arctic or Baltic grayling, is a species of butterfly in the subfamily Satyrinae with a Circumboreal distribution. It occurs in bogs and tundra in the north of Europe, the Baltic states, the Urals, Siberia, northern Kazakhstan, the Russian Far East, northern Mongolia, northeastern China, North Korea, and northern North America (Canada from Newfoundland to British Columbia). Larvae feed on Carex and Eriophorum, possibly also Glyceria, Molinia, and Juncus. Ledum palustre is the preferred nectar plant of the adult butterflies. The species has one generation every one or two years, depending on the location.

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Attributes of Jutta arctic
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Gray
White
Habitat
wet tundra; spruce bog; pine forest
Adult Food Sources
Flower nectar, tree sap, decaying fruit, moisture from soil, animal dung moisture
Larva Food Source
Grasses, sedges
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Jutta arctic feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Species Status of Jutta arctic
Not endangered
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Predators of Jutta arctic Larvae
Birds, rodents, invertebrate predators like spiders and ants
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Predators of Adult Jutta arctic
Birds, rodents, larger insects such as wasps and mantises
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Interesting Facts About Jutta arctic
The jutta arctic has unique antifreeze proteins in its blood, allowing it to survive extreme cold by preventing ice crystal formation in its tissues.
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Scientific Classification of Jutta arctic
Tips for Finding Jutta arctic
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How Can You Attract Jutta arctic
For capturing jutta arctic, bait stations with rotting fruits or fermenting bait are often used as adults are attracted to such food sources for nutrition.
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Habitat Preferences of Jutta arctic Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of jutta arctic are typically laid singly on the host plant's leaves or stems. In its larval stage, jutta arctic is often found on or near its specific host plants, which consist of various grasses or sedges. As it progresses into the pupal stage, jutta arctic can usually be seen attached to the stems of plants or concealed among leaf litter. Adults are frequently observed in open areas such as grasslands, flowery meadows, and forest clearings where they feed on nectar. To look for jutta arctic, one should examine host plants for eggs or caterpillars, sift through leaf litter for pupae, or search flowering areas for adults.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Jutta arctic
The suitable time to find jutta arctic is usually dictated by its life cycle. Adults are typically most active during the day, particularly in the warm, sunny periods, while eggs and caterpillars may be found throughout the breeding season.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Jutta arctic
The most suitable weather for finding jutta arctic would be warm, dry days. Most stages of jutta arctic are less active and harder to spot during cold, rainy, or extremely windy conditions.
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How and Where Can You Find Jutta arctic at Different Life Stages
Egg Jutta arctic eggs are usually laid on the host plants. To find them, inspect the leaves, especially the undersides, of known host plants for small, round, or ovular objects that are the eggs.
Larva Jutta arctic caterpillars can be found on or near their host plants. Search the leaves and stems for caterpillars. They may also be found by looking for signs of feeding, such as holes in the leaves or frass.
Pupal Jutta arctic pupae might be attached to the plants or hidden in leaf litter. It's essential to carefully inspect the host plants' branches or leaves and surrounding areas. They often blend in with their environment, making them tricky to spot.
Adult Jutta arctic adults will be most visible flying around in search of nectar or mates during warm parts of the day. To find them, visit flowering fields or areas with plenty of nectar sources, and look for butterflies resting on flowers or basking in the sun.
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Are Jutta arctic harmful to humans?

Some larvae of tortoiseshell butterflies feed on milkweed, which is a poisonous plant containing cardiac glycosides, so the larvae are poisonous. Although poisonous, these butterflies will not directly affect humans if not swallowed. Touching the larvae of certain tortoiseshell butterflies may cause a rash.
Beneficial Effects of Jutta arctic
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Attract Plant Feature
Color, Shape
Jutta arctic is attracted to flowers predominantly by visual cues such as color and shape. Engaging with flowers primarily for nourishment, jutta arctic consumes pollen, inadvertently transferring it from bloom to bloom. This incidental pollination is essential for plant reproduction, while also providing jutta arctic with vital nutrients.
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