Devilsbit Scabious Collection

Devil s-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK, September. Digital composite

Mating pair of chalkhill blue butterflies (Lysandra coridon) with wings closed resting on Devils-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Hatch Hill, Somerset, UK. August

Common blue butterfly (Polyommatus icarus) resting on Devil's bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Volehouse Farm, Devon, UK. August

Clouded yellow butterfly (Colias crocea) feeding on Devils bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Hertfordshire, England, UK, September

Devil s-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) late summer, Norfolk, England, UK, August

Brimstone butterfly (Gonepteryx rhamni) on Devil s-bit Scabious (Succisa pratensis). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. August

Female chalkhill blue butterfly (Lysandra coridon) with wings closed resting on Devils-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Hatch Hill, Somerset, UK. August 2016

Devil s-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) and Small tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae) Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK, September. Digital composite

Common blue butterfly (Polyommatus icarus) resting on Devil's bit scabious (Succisa pratensis). Devon, England, UK. August

Male chalkhill blue butterfly (Lysandra coridon) with wings closed resting on Devils-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Hatch Hill, Somerset, UK. August 2016

Common blue butterfly (Polyommatus icarus) resting on devils bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Vealand Farm, Devon, UK. August

Devil s-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) and Peacock butterfly (Inachis io) Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK, September. Digital composite

Devil s-bit Scabious (Succisa pratensis) growing in calcareous grassland. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. August

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"Devil's Bit Scabious: A Haven for Butterflies in the Peak District National Park" In the picturesque Derbyshire countryside of the Peak District National Park, a vibrant display unfolds every September. Devil's Bit Scabious (Succisa pratensis), with its delicate purple flowers, becomes a vital source of sustenance for various butterfly species. One such visitor is the Clouded Yellow Butterfly (Colias crocea), gracefully fluttering from flower to flower as it feeds on the nectar-rich blossoms of Devil's Bit Scabious. This late summer spectacle can also be witnessed in Norfolk, England during August when these enchanting plants bloom. Amongst this floral paradise, love is in the air as mating pairs of Chalkhill Blue Butterflies (Lysandra coridon) find solace and rest with their wings closed upon Devil's Bit Scabious. The plant acts as a sanctuary for them to bond and rejuvenate before continuing their journey through nature’s tapestry. The allure doesn't end there; Common Blue Butterflies (Polyommatus icarus) are often spotted resting on these captivating blooms throughout Devon, England. Their striking blue wings create an exquisite contrast against the purple petals of Devil's Bit Scabious, making it an irresistible perch for these charming creatures. Not only do butterflies seek refuge here but other species too. Brimstone Butterflies (Gonepteryx rhamni) join in on this botanical feast by delicately landing on Devil's Bit Scabious to sip its sweet nectar. These interactions between flora and fauna showcase nature’s intricate web of interconnectedness. Even male Chalkhill Blue Butterflies take advantage of this idyllic setting by finding respite on Devil's Bit Scabious while keeping their wings closed. It serves as both a hideaway and a stage where they can recharge amidst their busy lives.