Butterflies / SW Spain (1 Viewer)

[Jose605]

Photographed today.

I believe they're 2 different species.

Any help much appreciated.

Thank you,

Jose

 

[aeshna5]

I think all Meadow Brown apart from 2 which is a male Southern Gatekeeper.

 

[Scridifer]

I think all Meadow Brown apart from 2 which is a male Southern Gatekeeper.

Can Oriental and/or Dusky Meadow Brown be ruled out?

Chris

 

[Jose605]

Thank you both for your great feedback!

Here are other photos I took on the same spot. Maybe these can help towards a more accurate ID.

Cheers!

Jose

 

[aeshna5]

Can Oriental and/or Dusky Meadow Brown be ruled out?

Chris

I think the Hyponephele species lack the black spots on on the underwing

 

[Jose605]

Thank you aeshna5! So Meadow Brown and Southern Gatekeeper then? Both new to me

 

[Jose605]

I also spotted this one this morning, which I guess it's a 'Small white'? Thanks!

 

[Scridifer]

I also spotted this one this morning, which I guess it's a 'Small white'? Thanks!

Yes Pieris rapae

 

[Jose605]

Yes Pieris rapae

Thank you Scridifer!