Abisara echerius vs Common Crow Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Abisara echerius | Common Crow Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Abisara echerius | Euploea core |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 40-50 mm wingspan | 85-95 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia | South Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Abisara echerius
Dark brown butterfly with purple sheen and a short tail on each hindwing. One of the few Asian riodinids, commonly called the Plum Judy.
Did You Know?
It is one of only a handful of metalmark species found outside of the Americas.
Common Crow Butterfly
Dark brown wings with rows of white marginal spots. Highly toxic due to alkaloids sequestered from its larval food plants.
Did You Know?
Males form large aggregations during the dry season, sometimes numbering in the millions.