Mountain Cicada vs Sooty Ringlet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Cicada | Sooty Ringlet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicadetta montana | Erebia pluto |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 20-26 mm body length | 36-44 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, British Isles, Central Asia | Alps |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Mountain Cicada
One of the few cicadas found at high elevations in Europe. Males produce a high-pitched continuous song from treetops.
Did You Know?
Its song is so high-pitched that many people cannot hear it.
Sooty Ringlet
One of the darkest European butterflies, almost entirely black. It inhabits the highest scree slopes and rock faces in the Alps.
Did You Know?
Its nearly black wings help absorb solar radiation for warmth in its frigid habitat.