Achilles Morpho vs Red-banded Jezebel
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Achilles Morpho | Red-banded Jezebel |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Morpho achilles | Delias mysis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 95-120 mm wingspan | 6-7 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Achilles Morpho
A medium-sized morpho with a bright blue band across dark brown-black wings. It flies rapidly through the forest understory in a distinctive bobbing pattern.
Did You Know?
Its blue band appears to flash on and off as it flies, because the brown undersides show with each wingbeat.
Red-banded Jezebel
A tropical butterfly with white upper wings and vivid red bands on the hindwing underside. It is found in the rainforests of northern Queensland.
Did You Know?
Males often gather in large numbers to drink from muddy puddles along creek beds.