Dewy Ringlet vs Emerald Cuckoo Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dewy Ringlet | Emerald Cuckoo Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia pandrose | Stilbum cyanurum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Chrysididae |
| Size | 34-42 mm wingspan | 10-18 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Scandinavia, Urals | Africa, Southern Asia, Australia, Southern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Emerald Cuckoo Wasp
One of the largest and most spectacular cuckoo wasps with a vivid metallic green and blue body. It parasitizes mud dauber wasp nests across the Old World tropics.
Did You Know?
It is the largest cuckoo wasp in the world and its metallic colors can shift from green to blue depending on the viewing angle.