Arctic Ringlet vs Large Scoliid Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Arctic Ringlet | Large Scoliid Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia disa | Megascolia maculata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Scoliidae |
| Size | 34-42 mm wingspan | 25-45 mm |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Orchards |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Scandinavia, Siberia, Northern North America | Southern Europe |
| 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.
Large Scoliid Wasp
Europe's largest wasp, with a massive black body marked with bold yellow spots. Females burrow underground to parasitise rhinoceros beetle larvae.
Did You Know?
Despite its terrifying size, it is surprisingly docile and rarely stings humans.