Lesser Yellow Underwing vs Bright-eyed Ringlet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Yellow Underwing | Bright-eyed Ringlet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Noctua comes | Erebia oeme |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 40-46 mm wingspan | 32-38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Alps, Carpathians, Balkans |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lesser Yellow Underwing
Similar to the Large Yellow Underwing but smaller with more orange-yellow hindwings. Very common in gardens and attracted to light. Larvae feed on many herbaceous plants.
Did You Know?
Together with its larger relative, forms one of the most abundant moth species partnerships in garden moth traps.
Bright-eyed Ringlet
A dark brown ringlet with prominent white-pupiled eyespots. It frequents damp, grassy slopes in subalpine and alpine zones.
Did You Know?
Its bright eyespots likely serve to startle predatory birds.