Dewy Ringlet vs European Oil Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dewy Ringlet | European Oil Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia pandrose | Macropis europaea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Melittidae |
| Size | 34-42 mm wingspan | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Scandinavia, Urals | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
European Oil Bee
One of only two Northern Hemisphere bees that collect floral oils instead of nectar as a food provision. It collects oils from yellow loosestrife flowers.
Did You Know?
It mixes collected floral oil with pollen to create a waterproof, long-lasting larval food that resists mold in its damp underground nests.