Rounded Metalmark vs Small Heath Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rounded Metalmark | Small Heath Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calephelis perditalis | Coenonympha pamphilus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 20-26 mm wingspan | 26-33 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South Texas, northeastern Mexico | Europe, North Africa, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Rounded Metalmark
A small reddish-brown metalmark with distinctly rounded wing margins and two rows of metallic silvery spots. It is found in subtropical scrublands near the Mexican border.
Did You Know?
It is so obscure that some populations were only discovered through targeted surveys of rare habitat in the Rio Grande Valley.
Small Heath Butterfly
A small, plain orange-brown butterfly that always rests with its wings closed. It is one of the most widespread grassland butterflies in Europe.
Did You Know?
It never opens its wings when at rest, always keeping the underwing eyespot visible as a predator deflection.