#Sotmätare

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Scientific Name: Odezia atrata English Name: Chimney Sweeper Swedish Name: Sotmätare 

The Chimney Sweeper is a black butterfly with white wing tips that can be found throughout parts of Europe (and even parts of Asia). The larva feed on members of the Apiaceae family (carrot and parsley family), and the adults can be seen in June and July- especially on warm, sunny days.

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