Hypocysta metirius, the common brown ringlet, is a species of butterfly of the family Nymphalidae. It is found along the east coast of Australia, including Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.
 The wingspan is about 30 mm. Adults are brown, with an orange patch on each hindwing ending in an eyespot. The underside of the wings is brown with two eyespots on the hindwings.
 The larvae feed on Gahnia clarkei, Eriachne pallescens, Alexfloydia repens, Cynodon dactylon and Imperata species. They are green or brown with dark lines along the body. Full-grow larvae are about 20 mm long. Pupation takes place in a brown pupa, which is attached to a stem.

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Hypocysta metirius is considered a tree pest because its larvae feed on the leaves of various tree species, causing defoliation and potentially weakening the trees' overall health and vitality.

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Hypocysta metirius can be considered garden pests because their larvae feed on the leaves of various plants, including those commonly found in gardens, which can lead to defoliation and damage to the overall health and appearance of the garden plants.

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Hypocysta metirius can be considered crop pests because their larvae feed on the leaves of various plants, including those that are cultivated as crops, which can result in reduced crop yield and quality.

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Hypocysta metirius is considered a pest because its larvae feed on the leaves of trees, gardens, and crops, causing defoliation and potential damage to the overall health and productivity of these plants.

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