Scotch Argus vs Summer Fishfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scotch Argus | Summer Fishfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia aethiops | Chauliodes pectinicornis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Megaloptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Corydalidae |
| Size | 40-48 mm wingspan | 25-40 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scotch Argus
A dark brown butterfly with russet-orange bands containing eyespots, found in northern grasslands and light woodland. It flies in a bouncing manner close to the ground.
Did You Know?
In Britain, it is confined to Scotland and a single colony in the Lake District surviving since the last ice age.
Summer Fishfly
A medium-sized fishfly emerging in summer with distinctive dark-veined wings and feathery antennae. Larvae develop in muddy stream bottoms.
Did You Know?
Unlike dobsonfly larvae that prefer fast-flowing water, summer fishfly larvae thrive in slow muddy pools and swamps.