False Ringlet vs Common Swift Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | False Ringlet | Common Swift Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coenonympha oedippus | Korscheltellus lupulina |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Hepialidae |
| Size | 30-36 mm wingspan | 25-38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Gardens |
| Diet | Omnivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Scattered localities in Europe, east to Japan | Europe |
| Conservation | Near Threatened (critically endangered in EU) | Least Concern |
False Ringlet
A small, drab brown butterfly with a row of striking silver-centred eyespots on the hindwing underside. It is one of the most endangered butterflies in western Europe.
Did You Know?
It has vanished from over 90% of its former European range in the last century due to wetland drainage.
Common Swift Moth
A small brownish moth with faint white streaks that emerges in large numbers in early summer evenings. Its underground larvae are a pest of lawns, crops, and garden plants.
Did You Know?
Females scatter eggs randomly in flight, letting them fall into grass rather than placing them on specific plants.