Small Red Damselfly vs Ringlet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Red Damselfly | Ringlet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceriagrion tenellum | Aphantopus hyperantus |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 25-35mm | Wingspan 42-48mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Small Red Damselfly
A delicate damselfly where males are almost entirely red, a rare color for damselflies. Females come in several color forms. It is a weak flier that stays close to waterside vegetation.
Did You Know?
It is one of the only genuinely red damselflies in Europe, with males displaying a vivid scarlet color.
Ringlet
A dark chocolate-brown butterfly with small ringed eyespots on the underwings. Flies in shady grasslands.
Did You Know?
One of the few butterflies that thrives in shade, often flying in cloudy weather when others are grounded.