Dingy Arctic Fritillary vs Bombay Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dingy Arctic Fritillary | Bombay Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Boloria improba | Nomadacris succincta |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 26-32 mm wingspan | 50-70 mm |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Arctic Scandinavia, Svalbard, Arctic Russia, Alaska, Canadian Arctic | India, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Not Evaluated |
Dingy Arctic Fritillary
One of the smallest Arctic fritillaries with dull orange-brown wings and dark markings. The underside is mottled brown and gray with a mossy, cryptic appearance. It has a weak, fluttering flight close to the ground.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is so rare and localized that some populations consist of fewer than 100 individuals on isolated mountain summits.
Bombay Locust
A large yellow and brown locust that can form swarms in South and Southeast Asia. Solitary adults are pale brown but gregarious forms develop vivid yellow coloring.
Did You Know?
Unlike desert locusts, its swarms tend to form locally and rarely travel long distances.