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Coenonympha
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Coenonympha
Coenonympha
Coenonympha, also known as the ringlet butterfly, is a small butterfly that loves to flutter around grassy areas. They have beautiful brown wings with lovely eye spots that help them blend in with nature.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Coenonympha is a small to medium-sized butterfly, typically brownish or orangish-brown with velvety wings. Many species have small, faint dark spots, sometimes ringed with a lighter color, on the underside of their wings near the edges, helping them blend into grassy habitats.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderLepidopteraFamilyNymphalidaeGenusCoenonympha
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Before flying, these butterflies spend months as tiny, munching caterpillars!
Some Coenonympha caterpillars sleep through the entire winter buried in the grass. Wow!
Their wings aren't truly brown, but covered in thousands of tiny, colorful scales!
They can only live for about two weeks as beautiful adult butterflies.
Special abilities
Ability
Grassland Camouflage
Coenonympha can hide from predators because their brown, plain wings perfectly blend into tall grasses and dry leaves.
Ability
False Eyespots
Coenonympha has small, faint 'eyespots' on its wings that might confuse predators into attacking a less vital part.
Ability
Foot Taster
Coenonympha can taste flowers with its feet, helping them quickly find the best nectar sources for energy.
Measurements & details
- Wingspan
- 30-45 mm
- Size
- 15-20 mm
- Lifespan
- 10-20 days
- Leg Count
- 6
Diet & Feeding
Adult butterflies sip nectar from flowers, while caterpillars munch on various types of grass.
Age differences: Larvae (caterpillars) eat grass, while adults primarily feed on flower nectar.
Primary Foods
- flower nectar
- grasses
- sap
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
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Great Tit
Parus major
Birds often prey on Coenonympha.
pollinates
White Clover
Trifolium repens
Adults visit flowers for nectar.
eats
Orchard Grass
Dactylis glomerata
Larvae feed on grass leaves.
eaten by
Garden Cross Spider
Araneus diadematus
Spiders can catch adults.
Traits
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Camouflaged
Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
Also known as
Ringlet Butterfly
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
It's best to watch butterflies from a distance so they don't get scared.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coenonympha's wingspan?
30-45 mm
How big is Coenonympha?
15-20 mm
How long does Coenonympha live?
10-20 days
What does Coenonympha eat?
Adult butterflies sip nectar from flowers, while caterpillars munch on various types of grass.
Where is Coenonympha usually found?
Grasslands
How does Coenonympha hunt?
Foraging
How many legs does Coenonympha have?
6
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