Scotch Argus
Erebia aethiops
UK Green ListModerate📍 Eastern Lakes
Season
July to September. One generation.
Best time of day
Sunny days. Grassland.
Overview
Scotch argus is dark. That orange spots. Eastern Lakes. Grizedale. July to September. Northern specialist. Grassland. Woodland edge. Different to large heath. Darker. Larger.
At a Glance
| Order | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae |
| Habitat | Grassland · Woodland edge · Scrub |
| Conservation | UK Green List |
Where to See It
Grassland, woodland edge. The eastern Lakes, Grizedale. That dark brown. Orange spots. Northern specialist.
Identification
Dark brown. Orange spots. Northern. July to September. Larger than large heath.
Viewing & Photography Tips
July to September. Eastern Lakes. Grassland. That dark. Orange spots.
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.