Common Spotted Orchid variant (Dactylorhiza fuchsii var. rhodochila) - a rare wildflower.

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Macro image of a rare variant form of the Common Spotted Orchid (Dactylorhiza fuchsii var. rhodochila) photographed in the French Alps. This variant is very uncommon but widespread across the UK and Europe. The petals often lack spots but have a darker colour due to increased pigmentation and white patches.

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Size: 3054px × 4413px
Location: France
Photo credit: © Alice Hunter / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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