Nässelfjärilar
Nässelfjärilar is a Swedish term that translates to "nettle butterflies." This common name is used for butterflies belonging to the family Nymphalidae, specifically those within the subfamily Nymphalinae. The primary reason for this association is the larval host plant. The caterpillars of many species within this group feed on plants in the Urtica genus, most notably stinging nettle (Urtica dioica).
Several common European species fall under the umbrella of "nässelfjärilar." These include the Peacock butterfly (Aglais
The life cycle of nässelfjärilar begins with eggs laid on the host plant. The hatching caterpillars consume