Euphydryas provincialis, commonly known as the Provençal Fritillary, is a species of butterfly belonging to the Nymphalidae family. It is found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in southern France and parts of Italy. This medium-sized butterfly has a wingspan of about 40-50 mm and displays a striking pattern of orange and black on its wings. The Provençal Fritillary is known to inhabit open grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes, and its larvae feed on various species of violets.