Sooty Ringlet vs Rothschild's Silkmoth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sooty Ringlet | Rothschild's Silkmoth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erebia pluto | Rothschildia jacobaeae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 36-44 mm wingspan | 100-150 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Heathland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Alps | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Rothschild's Silkmoth
A large silkmoth with reddish-brown wings featuring bold triangular translucent patches. Each wing also bears a crescent-shaped eyespot.
Did You Know?
The clear windows in its wings are completely scaleless, which is unusual since moth wings are normally covered in thousands of scales.