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One of my companions during the trip to Spain in late July/early August was hoping this was a Niobe Fritillary. Try as I might though I can't agree. The strong white margin on the hindwing underside is indicative of High Brown, and I wonder whether it is f. chlorodippe, which is reasonably common in this part of Spain according to the guides.

Any thoughts?

Definitely the very handsome form chlorodippe. Besides, niobe in Spain is always form eris without silver spots.

M.

Thank you for this, Mikhail. Much appreciated.