A small butterfly common in Europe and Asia. In Israel it is common in the Mediterranean region, in spring and summer (from February to November). Its wingspan is about 25 mm. The hind wings on the underside have large, distinct spots, making it easy to identify. It has several generations a year.
The female lays her eggs on raspberry, Ben ha-sirah, and thorny Sarcopoterium spinosum. The egg is green, dome-shaped, and has white stripes.
A hairy green caterpillar hatches from the egg, with a black head.
Former name: the raspberry skipper