Ringlet vs Silver-spotted Ghost Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ringlet | Silver-spotted Ghost Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphantopus hyperantus | Sthenopis argenteomaculatus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Hepialidae |
| Size | Wingspan 42-48mm | 60-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Eastern North America |
| 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.
Silver-spotted Ghost Moth
A large ghost moth from North America with silver-spotted wings. Caterpillars bore into the roots of alder trees, taking two years to develop. Adults emerge for brief nocturnal mating flights.
Did You Know?
Larvae spend up to two years boring through alder tree roots in waterlogged soil before pupating.