Bright-eyed Ringlet vs Western Ameletid Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bright-eyed Ringlet | Western Ameletid Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia oeme | Ameletus cooki |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Ameletidae |
| Size | 32-38 mm wingspan | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Alps, Carpathians, Balkans | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Western Ameletid Mayfly
A streamlined mayfly found in cold mountain streams of the Pacific Northwest. Nymphs are agile swimmers that dart between cobbles in riffles.
Did You Know?
Nymphs are strong enough swimmers to move upstream against moderate currents.