Dark Green Fritillary vs Macrosoma lucivittata
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Green Fritillary | Macrosoma lucivittata |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Speyeria aglaja | Macrosoma lucivittata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Hedylidae |
| Size | 55-65 mm wingspan | 32-42 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Western Europe, Central Europe, Northern Europe | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark Green Fritillary
A fast-flying fritillary with a powerful gliding flight over open grasslands. Its underside features large silver spots against a green-washed background.
Did You Know?
It is one of the fastest-flying European butterflies and rarely settles for long.
Macrosoma lucivittata
Moth-butterfly with pale wings bearing a translucent vitreous stripe. One of the more distinctive hedylid species.
Did You Know?
The glass-like wing stripe may function in crypsis by breaking up the wing outline at night.