Queen of Spain Fritillary vs Red-bordered Metalmark
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Queen of Spain Fritillary | Red-bordered Metalmark |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Issoria lathonia | Caria ino |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Riodinidae |
| Size | 38-50 mm wingspan | 28-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Africa, temperate Asia | South Texas through Mexico and Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Queen of Spain Fritillary
A powerful-flying fritillary with large, brilliant silver spots covering the underside of its hindwings. It is a restless migrant that can appear far outside its usual range.
Did You Know?
Its massive silver underwing spots are thought to startle predators by flashing in flight like mirrors.
Red-bordered Metalmark
A dark metalmark butterfly with bright red-orange borders along the wing edges and metallic blue-green scaling at the wing bases. It perches with wings spread flat.
Did You Know?
Males are fiercely territorial, perching on sunlit leaf surfaces and darting out at any passing insect.