Arctic Ringlet vs Eastern Calligrapher
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Arctic Ringlet | Eastern Calligrapher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia disa | Toxomerus geminatus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 34-42 mm wingspan | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Scandinavia, Siberia, Northern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Arctic Ringlet
A dark brown ringlet butterfly of arctic and alpine bogs. It flies low over sedge tussocks in a slow, bobbing flight pattern.
Did You Know?
It has a two-year life cycle in the Arctic, with larvae overwintering twice.
Eastern Calligrapher
A tiny hoverfly with intricate black calligraphic markings on a yellow abdomen. It is one of the most abundant flower flies in eastern North America.
Did You Know?
Despite its small size, it is one of the most effective aphid predators in North American gardens.