Owl Moth vs Arctic Ringlet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Owl Moth | Arctic Ringlet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brahmaea wallichii | Erebia disa |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Brahmaeidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 130-160 mm wingspan | 34-42 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Tundra & Arctic |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Asia | Scandinavia, Siberia, Northern North America |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Owl Moth
A large moth with intricate swirling wing patterns resembling owl feathers.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars raise their heads and display eyespots when threatened.
Arctic Ringlet
A dark brown ringlet butterfly of arctic and alpine bogs. It flies low over sedge tussocks in a slow, bobbing flight pattern.
Did You Know?
It has a two-year life cycle in the Arctic, with larvae overwintering twice.