Ringlet vs Northern Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ringlet | Northern Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphantopus hyperantus | Nemoura arctica |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Nemouridae |
| Size | Wingspan 42-48mm | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Arctic Scandinavia, Finland, northern Russia, Iceland, Arctic Canada |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Northern Stonefly
A small, dark brown stonefly with two long cerci at the tip of the abdomen. Adults hold their wings flat over the body. Nymphs develop in cold, well-oxygenated streams and are indicators of clean water.
Did You Know?
Stonefly nymphs are so sensitive to pollution that their presence in a stream is used as an indicator of excellent water quality.