Sooty Ringlet vs Japanese Copper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sooty Ringlet | Japanese Copper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia pluto | Lycaena phlaeas daimio |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 36-44 mm wingspan | 22-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Alps | East Asia, Japan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sooty Ringlet
One of the darkest European butterflies, almost entirely black. It inhabits the highest scree slopes and rock faces in the Alps.
Did You Know?
Its nearly black wings help absorb solar radiation for warmth in its frigid habitat.
Japanese Copper
The Japanese subspecies of the small copper butterfly, known as 'beni-shijimi.' A small but brilliantly colored butterfly with fiery orange-copper wings. One of the most common butterflies in Japan.
Did You Know?
Male small coppers are aggressively territorial and will challenge insects much larger than themselves, including large butterflies and dragonflies.