Mnestra's Ringlet vs Achilles Morpho
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mnestra's Ringlet | Achilles Morpho |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia mnestra | Morpho achilles |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 32-38 mm wingspan | 95-120 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Alps | Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mnestra's Ringlet
A dark alpine ringlet with bright orange patches on its forewings. It inhabits steep, rocky grasslands at high elevations.
Did You Know?
It has a two-year life cycle, with larvae overwintering twice before pupating.
Achilles Morpho
A medium-sized morpho with a bright blue band across dark brown-black wings. It flies rapidly through the forest understory in a distinctive bobbing pattern.
Did You Know?
Its blue band appears to flash on and off as it flies, because the brown undersides show with each wingbeat.