Comma Butterfly vs Dewy Ringlet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Comma Butterfly | Dewy Ringlet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polygonia c-album | Erebia pandrose |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 44-48 mm wingspan | 34-42 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Mountains |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa, Asia | Europe, Scandinavia, Urals |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Comma Butterfly
Orange butterfly with ragged wing edges and a small white comma-shaped mark on the underside. The irregular outline mimics a dead leaf.
Did You Know?
Its range has expanded northward in Britain over recent decades, likely due to climate warming.
Dewy Ringlet
A widespread alpine ringlet with grayish-brown wings and small eyespots. It is found across many mountain ranges from Scandinavia to the Balkans.
Did You Know?
It is the most widespread alpine ringlet species in Europe.