Herrich-Schäffer, 1847
Ottoman Brassy Ringlet
Description:
In the mountains, the Ottoman Brassy Ringlet occurs on slopes and level ground with grassy vegetation. At lower altitudes, it is found in woodland clearings. The caterpillars feed on Sheep's-fescue (Festuca ovina) and other fine-leaved grasses.
It is single-brooded.
Habitat:
Alpine grasslands
Dry siliceous grasslands
Dry calcareous grasslands
Mesophile grasslands
Coniferous woodland
Screes
Similar species:
Erebia nivalis