Mountain Ringlet vs Chilean Green Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Ringlet | Chilean Green Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia epiphron | Chrysoperla externa |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 32-38 mm wingspan | 14-22 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Mountain ranges of Europe (Alps, Pyrenees, Scotland, Lake District) | South America, Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern (vulnerable to climate change) | Least Concern |
Mountain Ringlet
A small dark brown butterfly with orange-ringed eyespots found only at high altitudes. In Britain it is the only truly alpine butterfly, flying above 500 metres.
Did You Know?
It only flies in sunshine and immediately drops into the grass the moment a cloud covers the sun.
Chilean Green Lacewing
The most common green lacewing in South America with a broad distribution. Extensively used for biological control in Brazilian agriculture.
Did You Know?
Brazilian farmers rear millions of these lacewings annually for release in soybean and cotton fields.