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Greater Arctic

Plate XXVII — Greater Arctic is Fig. 1
Plate XXVII — Greater Arctic is Fig. 1

Butterfly.--This, one of the largest species in the genus, occurs on Vancouver's Island. The butterfly hides among the dark mosses and upon the trunks of prostrate trees. The males are vigilant and inquisitive, and dart out suddenly when alarmed, or attracted by passing insects. The females have a slower and more leisurely flight and are more readily taken. Expanse, 2.00-2.25 inches.

Early Stages.--Edwards has figured the egg and the caterpillar in its first three stages, but the remaining life-history of the species awaits investigation.