High Brown Fritillary vs Iberian Spoonwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | High Brown Fritillary | Iberian Spoonwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Fabriciana adippe | Josandreva sazi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nemopteridae |
| Size | 55-65 mm wingspan | 25-32 mm wingspan (forewings) |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe | Spain, Portugal |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
High Brown Fritillary
A large, fast-flying fritillary with rich tawny-orange wings and a complex pattern of silver spots beneath. It is one of Europe's most rapidly declining butterflies.
Did You Know?
In Britain it is the country's most endangered butterfly, having lost over 80% of its colonies.
Iberian Spoonwing
A rare Iberian Peninsula nemopterid found in hot, dry calcareous grasslands. One of Europe's more localized spoonwing species.
Did You Know?
It is restricted to the Iberian Peninsula and is not found elsewhere in Europe.