The Comma butterfly is one of the larger species of butterfly, and can be seen in the spring and summer months. They are most common in areas such as brambles and flowerbeds. Although easy to spot by its bright orange colour, the best way to identify the comma butterfly is the wing edges that look all torn and broken (but they are not). Its name comes from the bright white 'comma' mark you can clearly see on its underwing.

Male and female are very similar, but the slightly brighter female's wing edges are less ragged. The under-wing is very dull compared to some other butterflies, but is designed for camouflage during hibernation.