Ringlet Butterflies

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Latin name:  Aphantopus hyperantus

Size:  / Wingspan approximately 45mm

Distribution:  Found throughout Northern Ireland, Wales and southern England.  Less common in Scotland

Months seen:  Late June to August

Habitat:  Woodland rides and meadows

Food:  Nectar.  Ringlet caterpillars feed on various grasses

Special features: The male ringlet butterfly can be almost black when young, but fades to brown with age.  The eye spots, or rings, which give this butterfly its name are very variable in size and shape.

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