Dusky-winged Fritillary vs Acraea Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dusky-winged Fritillary | Acraea Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Boloria natazhati | Acraea acerata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 28-34 mm wingspan | 45-60 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Alaska, Yukon, northern British Columbia | East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dusky-winged Fritillary
A small fritillary butterfly with dark brown wings bearing orange spots and complex underside markings. It flies in remote mountain passes and high tundra. The species is named after Mount Natazhat in Alaska.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is so restricted to high-altitude Arctic habitats that each mountain population may be genetically distinct.
Acraea Butterfly
A medium-sized butterfly with translucent orange wings and dark veins, giving it a delicate, window-like appearance. It is toxic and part of a large mimicry ring in East Africa.
Did You Know?
It is a significant pest of sweet potato crops in East Africa, with larvae sometimes completely defoliating plants.