Blind Ringlet vs Mother Shipton
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blind Ringlet | Mother Shipton |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia pharte | Euclidia mi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 28-34 mm wingspan | 30-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Meadows | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Alps, Carpathians | Europe, western 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.
Mother Shipton
A day-flying moth whose forewing markings resemble the profile of a witch's face. It is named after the famous English prophetess Mother Shipton.
Did You Know?
The wing pattern clearly shows a hooked nose, chin, and eye in profile, resembling a caricature of a crone.