Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary vs Japanese Copper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary | Japanese Copper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Boloria selene | Lycaena phlaeas daimio |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | Wingspan 32-44mm | 22-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | East Asia, Japan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary
A small orange fritillary with silver and rufous pearl spots on the hindwing underside.
Did You Know?
Has declined significantly across Europe due to the loss of coppiced woodland and damp meadow habitats.
Japanese Copper
The Japanese subspecies of the small copper butterfly, known as 'beni-shijimi.' A small but brilliantly colored butterfly with fiery orange-copper wings. One of the most common butterflies in Japan.
Did You Know?
Male small coppers are aggressively territorial and will challenge insects much larger than themselves, including large butterflies and dragonflies.