Small Heath
Coenonympha pamphilus
UK Green ListEasy to see📍 Lake District
Season
May to September. Two generations.
Best time of day
Sunny days. Low flight.
Overview
Small heaths are small. Low flight. Short grassland. Heath. Throughout the Lakes. May to September. Common. Easy to miss. They're small.
At a Glance
| Order | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae |
| Habitat | Short grassland · Heath · Moorland edge |
| Conservation | UK Green List |
Where to See It
Short grassland, heath. Throughout the Lakes. That small. Low flight. Orange. Common.
Identification
Small. Low flight. Orange. Short grassland. Common.
Viewing & Photography Tips
Short grassland. That small. Low flight. 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.