Bright-eyed Ringlet vs Marsh Fritillary
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bright-eyed Ringlet | Marsh Fritillary |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia oeme | Euphydryas aurinia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 32-38 mm wingspan | 38-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Gall Makers |
| Regions | Alps, Carpathians, Balkans | Europe, temperate Asia, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern (but declining and protected under E |
Bright-eyed Ringlet
A dark brown ringlet with prominent white-pupiled eyespots. It frequents damp, grassy slopes in subalpine and alpine zones.
Did You Know?
Its bright eyespots likely serve to startle predatory birds.
Marsh Fritillary
A colourful butterfly with a complex mosaic of orange, cream, and brown markings across its wings. It is the most rapidly declining fritillary in Europe and is legally protected.
Did You Know?
Its populations undergo dramatic boom-and-bust cycles driven by a parasitic wasp that specialises on its larvae.