Blind Ringlet vs Bristly Tachinid Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blind Ringlet | Bristly Tachinid Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia pharte | Nowickia ferox |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Tachinidae |
| Size | 28-34 mm wingspan | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Alps, Carpathians | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blind Ringlet
A small, dark ringlet butterfly with reduced or absent eyespots. It flies in damp alpine meadows during the short mountain summer.
Did You Know?
Its common name refers to its often pupil-less eyespots.
Bristly Tachinid Fly
A large, heavily bristled tachinid fly with a gray-checkered pattern on the abdomen. It is conspicuously spiny and frequently visits flowers in late summer.
Did You Know?
Its exceptionally long and stiff bristles are thought to help prevent birds from swallowing it.