Mnestra's Ringlet vs Iberian Spoonwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mnestra's Ringlet | Iberian Spoonwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia mnestra | Josandreva sazi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nemopteridae |
| Size | 32-38 mm wingspan | 25-32 mm wingspan (forewings) |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Alps | Spain, Portugal |
| 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.
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.