Mnestra's Ringlet vs Great Mullein Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mnestra's Ringlet | Great Mullein Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia mnestra | Cionus thapsus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 32-38 mm wingspan | 3-4.5 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Alps | Europe |
| 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.
Great Mullein Weevil
A small rounded weevil found exclusively on great mullein plants. Similar to the figwort weevil but associated with different host plants. Larvae are external feeders in mucous cocoons.
Did You Know?
Each larva lives inside its own slimy mucous cocoon attached to the mullein leaf surface.