Chalk Hill Blue vs Slender Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chalk Hill Blue | Slender Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polyommatus coridon | Myrmica scabrinodis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Formicidae |
| Size | Wingspan 33-40mm | 3.5-5 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Chalk Hill Blue
A large blue butterfly with silvery-blue males and brown females. Restricted to chalk and limestone grasslands.
Did You Know?
Males have an ethereal silvery-blue tone unique among European butterflies, visible in large numbers on chalk hills.
Slender Ant
A medium-sized red-brown ant with coarsely sculptured cuticle, common in grasslands across Europe. Colonies are typically monogynous with a single queen. Workers forage close to the nest in tussock grass.
Did You Know?
This species is an important host for the Dusky Large Blue butterfly in wetland habitats across Europe.