Swamp Metalmark vs Glanville Fritillary
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Swamp Metalmark | Glanville Fritillary |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calephelis mutica | Melitaea cinxia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 22-28 mm wingspan | 33-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Upper Midwest United States, Great Lakes region | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened; extremely local | Least Concern (rare in Britain) |
Swamp Metalmark
A rare and localized metalmark butterfly of midwestern wetlands with warm rusty-brown wings marked with fine metallic lines. It has very specific habitat requirements.
Did You Know?
Some populations consist of fewer than 50 individuals, making it one of North America's most vulnerable butterflies.
Glanville Fritillary
An orange and black chequered butterfly confined in Britain to the Isle of Wight's coastal cliffs. It was named after Lady Eleanor Glanville, an eccentric 17th-century collector.
Did You Know?
Lady Glanville's relatives tried to have her will annulled, claiming only a lunatic would collect butterflies.