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Ringlet
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Ringlet
Aphantopus hyperantus
The Ringlet is a lovely brown butterfly with beautiful round spots on its wings. It flutters around grassy areas and is often seen in the summer, bringing joy to those who spot it.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Ringlet is a medium-sized butterfly with dark, velvety brown wings, sometimes appearing almost black. Its key feature is the small, pale-ringed 'eyespots' on the underside of its hindwings, which are sometimes visible on the upper side too. It lacks bright patterns or metallic scales.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderLepidopteraFamilyNymphalidaeGenusAphantopus
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Look closely for the tiny white ring around each black 'eyespots' on their wing undersides!
Ringlets are one of the few butterflies that enjoy flying even when the sun is hiding!
Their caterpillars are super picky, eating only grass blades and helping meadows stay healthy.
They lay their eggs by simply dropping them while flying low over the perfect grassy spots!
Special abilities
Ability
Spotty Defence
Ringlet has small 'eyespots' on its wings that trick predators into attacking the wrong part, helping them escape.
Ability
Cloudy Navigator
Ringlet can fly and search for nectar even on overcast days, unlike many butterflies that prefer bright sunshine.
Ability
Camouflage Master
Ringlet has dull brown wings that help it blend perfectly into grassy habitats, making it hard for birds to spot.
Measurements & details
- Wingspan
- 35-45 mm
- Size
- 15-20 mm
- Lifespan
- 10-20 days
- Flight Speed
- 5-10 km/h
- Leg Count
- 6
Diet & Feeding
Adult Ringlets sip nectar from flowers, while their caterpillars munch on various types of grass.
Age differences: Larvae eat grasses, while adult butterflies feed on flower nectar.
Primary Foods
- bramble nectar
- thistle nectar
- ragwort nectar
- cock's-foot grass
- Yorkshire fog grass
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eats
Cock's-foot
Dactylis glomerata
Ringlet caterpillars munch on its leaves.
pollinates
Bramble
Rubus fruticosus
Adult Ringlets drink its sweet nectar.
eaten by
Blue Tit
Cyanistes caeruleus
This bird might prey on adult Ringlets.
eaten by
Garden Cross Spider
Araneus diadematus
Spiders can catch Ringlets in their webs.
Traits
Spotted
Marked with spots or patches of a different color.
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.
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
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Be gentle and quiet when watching butterflies so you don't scare them away.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ringlet's wingspan?
35-45 mm
How big is Ringlet?
15-20 mm
How long does Ringlet live?
10-20 days
How fast can Ringlet fly?
5-10 km/h
What does Ringlet eat?
Adult Ringlets sip nectar from flowers, while their caterpillars munch on various types of grass.
Where is Ringlet usually found?
Grasslands
How does Ringlet hunt?
Foraging
How many legs does Ringlet have?
6
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