Ringlet
Aphantopus hyperantus
UK Green ListEasy to see📍 Lake District
Season
June to August. One generation.
Best time of day
Overcast days. Flies in dull weather.
Overview
Ringlets fly in dull weather. That dark. Ring spots. Grassland. Woodland edge. Throughout the Lakes. June to August. Unlike most butterflies. They like shade.
At a Glance
| Order | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae |
| Habitat | Grassland · Woodland edge · Shade |
| Conservation | UK Green List |
Where to See It
Grassland, woodland edge. Throughout the Lakes. That dark. Ring spots. Flies in dull weather. Unlike most butterflies.
Identification
Dark. Ring spots. Flies in dull weather. Shade. Common.
Viewing & Photography Tips
Dull weather. Shade. That dark. Ring spots. Common.
Conservation Status
UK Green List
This species has a favourable conservation status in the UK and remains an important part of Lake District biodiversity.
Plan your visit to the Lake District
RSPB Haweswater, Grizedale Forest, Leighton Moss. Practical guides to getting there, what to bring, and the best spots for each season.