Description
when newly emerged, the ringlet has a velvety appearance and is almost black, with a white fringe to the wings. the small circles on the underwings, which give the butterfly its name, vary in number and size and maybe enlarged and elongated or reduced to small white spots; occasionally they lack the black ring. they are a dark brown butterfly and similar to male meadow brown bramble and wild privet flowers are favourite nectar sources, and adults continue to fly with a characteristic bobbing flight in dull, cloudy conditions when most other butterflies are inactive. this widespread butterfly has extended its range in england and scotland in recent years. widespread on damp grassland throughout britain and ireland.
Habitat
Woodland rides and glades and damp grassland where grasses are lush and tall (it likes damp situations with partial shade). The butterfly also occurs on commons, verges and riverbanks, especially on clay soils. In Northern areas, it is found in more open and less shady habitats.
Countries
Countries: England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland
Wing span range
0mm
