Mountain Fritillary vs Bath White
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Fritillary | Bath White |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Boloria napaea | Pontia daplidice |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 30-38 mm wingspan | 42-52 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Meadows | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Alps, Scandinavia, Rocky Mountains | Europe, Asia, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mountain Fritillary
A small fritillary with rich orange-brown wings marked with black spots. It occurs in damp alpine meadows alongside streams.
Did You Know?
Males patrol stream corridors searching for freshly emerged females.
Bath White
A white butterfly with bold green marbling on the underside of its hindwings. It is a rare migrant to northern Europe, appearing unpredictably in warm years.
Did You Know?
It was named after a specimen embroidered on a piece of needlework made by a young woman in Bath, England.