Mitchell's Satyr Butterfly vs Large Birch Cimbicid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mitchell's Satyr Butterfly | Large Birch Cimbicid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neonympha mitchellii mitchellii | Cimbex connatus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Cimbicidae |
| Size | 3.5-4.5 cm wingspan | 18-28 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | United States | Northern and Eastern Europe, Siberia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Mitchell's Satyr Butterfly
A small brown butterfly with distinctive eyespots found in calcareous fens of the Great Lakes region. Fewer than 20 populations remain.
Did You Know?
It is so rare that many of its remaining colonies are kept secret to protect them from collectors.
Large Birch Cimbicid
A very large sawfly, closely related to C. femoratus, with a massive body and distinctly clubbed antennae. Adults vary in color from yellowish to dark brownish-black.
Did You Know?
This species was once confused with C. femoratus until detailed morphological studies separated them as distinct species based on antennal and genital characters.